Buying House Merchandiser (2 year bond mandatory)

About The Opportunity

A fast-scaling apparel & lifestyle sourcing agency operating across India, we partner with global brands to manage end-to-end product development, quality compliance, and vendor coordination. Our merchandisers act as the critical bridge between international buyers and on-ground suppliers — ensuring timelines, cost targets, and quality standards are met with precision. We’re building a team of highly agile, detail-oriented professionals who thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.

Role & Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end merchandise lifecycle for assigned categories—from tech pack validation to bulk shipment clearance.
• Coordinate with domestic manufacturers on sampling, bulk production, QA checks, and delivery schedules to meet buyer deadlines.
• Prepare and submit detailed cost sheets, production timelines, and vendor performance summaries to global clients.
• Conduct factory audits, track compliance with buyer-specific quality standards (AQL, garment specifications, etc.), and resolve discrepancies proactively.
• Attend buyer meetings (virtual/in-person), present progress reports, and negotiate timelines or price adjustments when needed.
• Maintain digital trackers for PO status, fabric/trim sourcing, and shipment documentation to ensure seamless handoffs.
  
  

Skills & Qualifications

• Must-Have
• Experience with garment tech packs, costing, and production planning
• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, dashboards)
• Knowledge of AQL sampling, garment quality control processes
• Familiarity with sourcing workflows in India (Tirupur, Delhi NCR, Bengaluru clusters preferred)
• Strong understanding of fabric types, trims, and garment construction
• Ability to work with global time zones and manage vendor communication effectively
• Preferred
• Experience with PLM tools (like Centric, Optitex) or ERP systems
• Exposure to fast fashion or premium lifestyle brand sourcing
• Background in textiles or fashion design (degree or certification)
  
  

Benefits & Culture Highlights

• 2-year bond mandatory — compensated with accelerated career progression and skill certification support.
• Direct exposure to global buyers and international merchandising standards.
• Dynamic, merit-driven culture with clear KPIs and quarterly performance reviews.
  
  

Skills: building,sampling,apparel,sourcing,aql,adjustments,compliance