Sr. Merchandiser

Duties & Responsibilities:

· Manage day-to-day communication and correspondence with buyers, providing regular updates on order status, sampling, production, and delivery schedules.

· Review buyer order sheets thoroughly upon receipt and coordinate with buyers to clarify and resolve any discrepancies or missing information.

· Coordinate the complete sampling and product development process, ensuring samples are developed as per buyer requirements and dispatched within the agreed timelines.

· Inspect and verify samples for measurements, specifications, workmanship, fabric, trims, and other buyer requirements before submission/dispatch.

· Handle and resolve buyer queries and concerns related to new developments, ensuring timely communication and follow-up with the concerned teams.

· Prepare, update, and monitor TNA calendars to ensure all activities are completed within the planned timelines.

· Prepare and update product costing in line with buyer requirements and approved specifications.

· Coordinate with fabric and trims teams/vendors for timely ordering and procurement of materials required for production.

· Ensure fabric, trims, and accessories are booked and available as per order requirements and production schedules.

· Prepare and issue complete production files to the factory within the stipulated timeline, ensuring all necessary information and approvals are included.

· Attend pre-production meetings and provide necessary clarifications and approvals related to fabrics, trims, accessories, construction, measurements, and buyer specifications.

· Coordinate closely with factory teams on production planning and follow up on production progress to ensure orders are completed and delivered within the committed timelines.

· Coordinate with the EXIM department and provide all required shipment/order-related documents within the specified timelines.

· Monitor order execution closely and proactively identify potential delays or issues, coordinating with relevant departments to ensure timely resolution.

· Guide, supervise, and train junior merchandising staff to ensure effective execution of their responsibilities.

· Maintain effective coordination between buyers, design, sourcing, production, quality, factory, and other internal teams to ensure smooth order execution from development through shipment.

Requirements

· Strong buyer communication and coordination skills

· Sound understanding of fabrics, trims, accessories, and garment construction

· Strong TNA and order follow-up skills Costing and commercial awareness

· Good planning, problem-solving, and negotiation skills

· Ability to manage multiple styles/orders simultaneously

· Strong attention to detail and commitment to timelines

· Team handling and mentoring skills

· Good communication and interpersonal skills