Product Merchandiser

We are looking for an organised, commercially aware, and detail-oriented Product Merchandiser to join our luxury fashion team. The candidate will be responsible for managing the product development and merchandising process from initial concept through sampling, approvals, production, and final delivery.

The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of fashion products, fabrics, trims, colours, silhouettes, craftsmanship, garment construction, costing, and production processes. The candidate should also be comfortable coordinating with designers, production teams, vendors, stores, sales teams, and management.

The role requires strong follow-up, communication, planning, negotiation, and execution skills, along with a keen eye for product quality and commercial viability.

• Manage the complete product merchandising cycle from product development to final delivery.
• Coordinate with design teams to understand product concepts, specifications, and requirements.
• Develop and maintain product sheets, style details, specifications, and product trackers.
• Coordinate sourcing and availability of fabrics, trims, embellishments, accessories, and other materials.
• Coordinate with vendors and production teams for sampling and product development.
• Follow up on samples, alterations, approvals, and finalisation.
• Maintain detailed records of product samples and development status.
• Coordinate with production teams to ensure products are executed as per approved specifications.
• Track product development timelines and ensure timely completion.
• Coordinate with vendors regarding material availability, quality, pricing, and delivery timelines.
• Assist in product costing and maintain accurate costing information.
• Compare vendor quotations and coordinate for commercial discussions where required.
• Ensure product specifications, measurements, colours, fabrics, embroidery, and finishing details are correctly communicated.
• Coordinate with quality-control teams to ensure products meet company standards.
• Identify product-related issues and coordinate with relevant departments for resolution.
• Monitor production progress and highlight delays or risks to management.
• Coordinate with stores, sales, warehouse, and operations teams regarding product requirements and availability.
• Support new collection launches, seasonal collections, exhibitions, trunk shows, and special projects.
• Assist in assortment planning and product selection based on business requirements.
• Track product movement from development through production and final delivery.
• Maintain accurate product documentation and records.
• Support management with product-related information, updates, and analysis.
• Coordinate with multiple departments to ensure smooth execution of product requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality of company product information, pricing, designs, and vendor details.
• Follow company policies, quality standards, and merchandising procedures.

• 2–4 years of experience in fashion merchandising, product development, apparel, luxury fashion, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of fashion products, garments, fabrics, trims, embroidery, silhouettes, and finishing.
• Good knowledge of product development and garment production processes.
• Understanding of costing, vendor coordination, and commercial negotiations.
• Strong follow-up and coordination skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and product quality.
• Ability to manage multiple products and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Commercially aware with an understanding of product profitability and market requirements.
• Ability to work effectively with designers, production teams, vendors, stores, and management.
• Good knowledge of MS Excel / Google Sheets.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced luxury fashion environment.
• Experience with ERP, merchandising, or inventory-management systems is an added advantage.

• Competitive salary based on experience and performance.
• Performance-based incentives, as applicable.
• Opportunity to work with a premium/luxury fashion brand.
• Exposure to product development and luxury fashion merchandising.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work closely with design, production, sales, and management teams.
• Employee growth and career-development opportunities.