Senior Merchandiser

Job Summary:

Senior Merchandiser

Key Responsibility:

• Handle the end-to-end merchandising process from design development to bulk delivery.
• Manage client communication for product approvals, pricing, delivery schedules, and sampling.
• Coordinate with internal teams (design, production, QA) and vendors to ensure timely execution.
• Costing and price negotiation with buyers and suppliers.
• Oversee the sample development process and ensure adherence to buyer requirements.
• Maintain detailed TNA (Time & Action) plans and ensure deadlines are met.
• Manage documentation including tech packs, purchase orders, and shipping instructions.
• Monitor quality checkpoints in collaboration with the QA team.
• Analyse market trends, competitor products, and buyer preferences for future collections.
• Guide and mentor junior merchandisers or assistants.
  

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion, Textile Technology, Merchandising, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in garment merchandising, preferably in export or buying house.
• Strong understanding of product development, costing, fabric/trims, and production processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in Excel, Google Sheets, and basic ERP tools.
• Experience working with international buyers (e.g. US, EU, UK markets).