Merchandiser

Position Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Merchandiser to join our team. This role plays a key part in managing product development, production coordination, supplier communication, cost control, and inventory planning to ensure our products are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with brand standards.

The Merchandiser will work closely with Designers, Product, Marketing, and Suppliers to bring creative ideas into commercially viable products while maintaining quality, fit, function, and brand integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end merchandising and production process, from product development and material sourcing to sampling, production, delivery, and inventory follow-up.
• Source, evaluate, negotiate, and coordinate with suppliers to ensure the right materials, components, quality, pricing, and production timelines.
• Work closely with Designers and internal teams to understand product direction, design requirements, materials, colors, sizing, and construction details.
• Translate design and product concepts into clear production specifications, actionable timelines, and supplier-ready requirements.
• Serve as the key contact point between internal teams and suppliers to ensure clear communication, smooth execution, and timely problem-solving.
• Follow up on sampling, fitting, production approvals, and delivery schedules to ensure all milestones are completed on time.
• Conduct quality checks and coordinate quality control processes to ensure products meet required standards before final delivery.
• Monitor production costs, negotiate pricing, and identify opportunities to optimize cost without compromising quality, design integrity, or brand positioning.
• Oversee inventory planning and stock management to optimize stock levels, support sales demand, and minimize overstock or shortage risks.
• Monitor market trends, consumer preferences, materials, product techniques, and competitor movement to support product and merchandising decisions.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and deliver outcomes within tight timelines in a fast-moving environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Fashion Business, Textile, Product Development, or a related field.
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in merchandising, garment production, product development, or related roles within the fashion industry.
• Strong knowledge of materials, garment construction, production processes, product techniques, and quality control standards.
• Good understanding of supplier management, costing, sampling, production timelines, and inventory planning.
• Awareness of market trends, consumer preferences, and fashion/lifestyle product direction.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and coordination skills, with the ability to build good relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal, to communicate effectively with international suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet tight deadlines.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and accuracy-driven, with a strong focus on quality and execution.
• Able to work under high pressure and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interest in the fashion and creative industry.
• Proactive, hands-on, solution-oriented, and able to manage assigned projects from brief to final delivery.

Key Competencies & Growth Opportunities

• Work in a fast-moving, collaborative, and entrepreneurial environment.
• Gain exposure across product development, merchandising, sourcing, production, and inventory planning.
• Work closely with Design, Brand, Marketing, and Suppliers to bring product ideas to life.
• Contribute to product quality, commercial performance, and customer satisfaction.
• Be part of a culture that values ownership, creativity, problem-solving, and continuous growth.

How do we take care of your well-being?

🏖️ Unlimited Vacation Leave – Take the time you need, when you need it!

💼 Group Insurance – Comprehensive coverage for your health and well-being.

🍴 Free Lunch – Fuel up with daily free lunches to keep you energized.

⏰ Flexible Working Hours – Work around your schedule.

🏡 Hybrid Work Environment – Balance your time between home and the office.

🚀 Start-up Culture, Without the Chaos – Innovation, collaboration, and agility, with the stability of an established brand.

🛍️ Employee Product Discounts – Enjoy exclusive discounts on our homecare products.

🌱 Quarterly Extra Leave – Additional time off to recharge every quarter.

Plus more… Come grow with us at Up&Under , where your work and well-being matter!