Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Merchandiser

Location: Gurgaon

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Kids Apparel (Ecommerce)

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Merchandiser to support the Senior

Merchandiser in daily merchandising operations. The role includes PO creation, vendor coordination,

T&A management, production follow-ups, and factory visits. This position is ideal for someone

looking to build a strong merchandising foundation within a fast-growing kidswear brand.

Key Responsibilities

Purchase Order Management

? Assist the Senior Merchandiser in preparing and issuing Purchase Orders as per production

requirements.

? Ensure PO accuracy, maintain records, and track order status across all vendors.

T&A (Time & Action) Planning and Updating

? Prepare, maintain, and update T&A calendars for all active styles.

? Track key milestones: fabric procurement, sampling, approvals, production start, finishing,

and dispatch.

? Proactively flag delays and coordinate corrective actions with vendors and internal teams.

Vendor & Factory Coordination

? Coordinate daily with manufacturing vendors regarding sampling, approvals, trims, and

production progress.

? Follow up on timelines to ensure compliance with T&A commitments.

? Assist in resolving vendor-side delays or issues promptly.

Production Follow-Ups

? Monitor ongoing production and ensure timely execution as per T&A.

? Track deviations and escalate risks to the Senior Merchandiser.

? Support in conducting quality checks as required.

Factory Visits

? Conduct regular factory visits to review production flow, quality, timelines, and readiness for

dispatch.

? Share detailed reports and insights on bottlenecks or risks.

Internal Coordination

? Liaise with designers, catalog team, warehouse, and operations for smooth product

development and launch readiness.

? Handle sample tracking, approvals, and internal merchandising documents.

Additional Support

? Maintain merchandising trackers, sample logs, and documentation.

? Support Senior Merchandiser in preparation for launches, dispatch planning, and daily

operational requirements.

Qualifications

Educational Qualification

? Bachelor's degree preferred in Fashion Technology, Apparel Manufacturing, Fashion

Management Or any related field in apparel/fashion

? Candidates with a Diploma in Fashion Merchandising or Apparel Production are also

eligible.

Professional Experience

? 2-4 years of relevant apparel merchandising experience.

? Ecommerce apparel experience is mandatory.

? Strong communication skills (written and verbal).

? Proficient in Excel and merchandising documentation.

? Strong follow-up skills and attention to detail.

? Comfortable with regular factory visits.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Provident Fund
Work Location: In person