Job Description

Assistant Merchant - Product Development & Production

Location:

Okhla Phase 1, New Delhi

Reporting To:

Senior Merchant / Founder

About the Role

We are hiring a

Assistant Merchant

to handle day-to-day Product Development and Production work across collections. This role is for someone who can independently follow up on samples, vendors, and timelines, while checking with the Senior Merchant for approvals and key decisions.

The role carries clear responsibility for execution, follow-ups, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Product Development

Coordinate with pattern masters and sample units to get samples made Follow up on fittings, corrections, and re-sampling Coordinate fabric and trim sourcing and track sample progress Prepare and update costing sheets as samples develop Coordinate print and embroidery work and track approvals Track sample timelines and ensure samples are ready on time Coordinate and prepare samples needed for photoshoots

Production

Coordinate with factories and vendors on a daily basis Track production stages such as fabric in-house, cutting, stitching, and finishing Update production timelines and trackers regularly Flag delays or quality issues early to the Senior Merchant Support quality checks and record feedback

Reporting & Coordination

Maintain clear and updated trackers for samples, production, BOMs, and QC Share regular updates with the Senior Merchant Keep all approvals, changes, and records organised Support during launches and busy production periods

Decision-Making

Responsible for follow-ups, execution, and tracking Escalates costing, vendor, timeline, and quality issues Final approvals and negotiations handled by the Senior Merchant

Requirements

2-3 years of experience in PD / Production / Merchandising Working knowledge of fabrics, garment construction, and sampling Comfortable coordinating with vendors and factories Strong follow-up and organisational skills Comfortable in a fast-paced brand setup Proficient in Excel and Google Sheets Good English communication

KPIs

Samples and production tracked and delivered as per timelines Accurate and updated trackers Early identification of issues Smooth coordination with vendors and internal teams

Skills

Excel Google Sheets Strong Follow-up Problem solving Vendor coordination English communication
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to ?30,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person