Executive Merchandiser

Purpose of this Role: Execute merchandising activities for assigned buyers and styles ensuring accurate order processing, timely sample development, PO packet preparation, production follow-ups, cost-sheet preparation, and on-time shipment documentation in line with buyer requirements and quality standards.

Responsibility

• Execute day-to-day merchandising for assigned styles and buyers, including order confirmations, revisions, and updates with minimal errors.
• Coordinate all sampling stages to buyer specifications, timelines, and quality standards for timely production readiness.
• Track and follow up on fabrics, trims, accessories, lab dips, and strike-offs so approvals and availability align with production plans.
• Monitor production against the critical path and escalate risks early.
• Coordinate with sampling, production, QA, sourcing, and logistics for accurate information flow.
• Prepare and maintain complete order documentation — BOMs, spec sheets, trim cards, testing, and shipment records — for buyer and regulatory compliance.

Personal Attributes

• A detail-oriented executor who rarely lets an error through.
• Resilient under shipment-deadline pressure.
• Escalates a delay before it becomes a missed date.
• Chases fabrics and trims until approvals actually land.
• Meticulous with BOMs, trim cards, and shipment documents.

Competencies

• Execution Management
• Collaboration & Coordination
• Documentation & Process Discipline
• Attention to Detail
• Escalation Judgment
• Ownership

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Apparel Merchandising, Fashion Technology, or Textile Engineering preferred.
• 0-4 years in apparel merchandising or production coordination.
• Exposure to export merchandising processes preferred.

Technical Skills

• Understanding of garment construction and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of sampling, trims, fabrics, and quality parameters, with the ability to read tech packs and buyer specs.
• Basic costing knowledge and proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and email.