Job Description
The Industrial Safety Garments Merchandiser acts as the key liaison between buyers/customers and the production team. The merchandiser is responsible for managing orders from development through to final delivery, ensuring that customer specifications for safety garments (e.g., high-visibility clothing, flame-resistant garments, protective coveralls) are met in terms of quality, cost, compliance, and delivery timelines.
Key Responsibilities:
Client Communication & Order Management
Act as the primary point of contact for international and domestic buyers.
Understand customer requirements including fabric types, garment features, compliance needs and delivery timelines.
Handle costing, sampling, order confirmation, and documentation.
Sampling & Product Development
Coordinate with design and sampling teams to develop initial samples and pre-production samples (PPS) based on buyer tech packs and specifications.
Ensure that samples meet required safety and technical standards before submission.
Arrange for lab testing and certifications where required.
Production Coordination
Work closely with production, sourcing, and quality teams to ensure smooth execution of orders.
Track production status and follow up on deadlines to meet shipping schedules.
Resolve any production-related issues in collaboration with the production team.
Sourcing & Material Management
Coordinate with suppliers for the procurement of certified raw materials such as FR fabrics, reflective tapes, zippers, trims, and accessories.
Ensure materials meet technical and compliance requirements for industrial safety wear.
Compliance & Documentation
Ensure all garments comply with relevant safety standards.
Handle all compliance documentation, lab test reports, inspection protocols, and buyer manuals.
Assist in audits or customer inspections when required.
Costing & Negotiation
Prepare accurate costing sheets including fabric, trims, labor, testing, compliance, and overheads.
Negotiate with suppliers and vendors to maintain profitability while meeting buyer expectations.
Logistics & Delivery
Coordinate with logistics and shipping departments to ensure timely dispatch.
Prepare packing lists, commercial invoices, and necessary export/import documentation.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering, Fashion Merchandising, Apparel Production, or Business Administration.
Experience:
3–5 years of relevant experience in garment merchandising, preferably in industrial safety wear.
Strong understanding of technical safety garment requirements and buyer expectations.
Skills:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
Knowledge of global safety standards.
Familiarity with ERP systems, Excel, and email correspondence.
Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple orders simultaneously.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹60,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
Key Responsibilities:
Client Communication & Order Management
Act as the primary point of contact for international and domestic buyers.
Understand customer requirements including fabric types, garment features, compliance needs and delivery timelines.
Handle costing, sampling, order confirmation, and documentation.
Sampling & Product Development
Coordinate with design and sampling teams to develop initial samples and pre-production samples (PPS) based on buyer tech packs and specifications.
Ensure that samples meet required safety and technical standards before submission.
Arrange for lab testing and certifications where required.
Production Coordination
Work closely with production, sourcing, and quality teams to ensure smooth execution of orders.
Track production status and follow up on deadlines to meet shipping schedules.
Resolve any production-related issues in collaboration with the production team.
Sourcing & Material Management
Coordinate with suppliers for the procurement of certified raw materials such as FR fabrics, reflective tapes, zippers, trims, and accessories.
Ensure materials meet technical and compliance requirements for industrial safety wear.
Compliance & Documentation
Ensure all garments comply with relevant safety standards.
Handle all compliance documentation, lab test reports, inspection protocols, and buyer manuals.
Assist in audits or customer inspections when required.
Costing & Negotiation
Prepare accurate costing sheets including fabric, trims, labor, testing, compliance, and overheads.
Negotiate with suppliers and vendors to maintain profitability while meeting buyer expectations.
Logistics & Delivery
Coordinate with logistics and shipping departments to ensure timely dispatch.
Prepare packing lists, commercial invoices, and necessary export/import documentation.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering, Fashion Merchandising, Apparel Production, or Business Administration.
Experience:
3–5 years of relevant experience in garment merchandising, preferably in industrial safety wear.
Strong understanding of technical safety garment requirements and buyer expectations.
Skills:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
Knowledge of global safety standards.
Familiarity with ERP systems, Excel, and email correspondence.
Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple orders simultaneously.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹60,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Industrial Safety Garments Merchandiser position is now open for candidates interested in the Fashion Designer Jobs sector. This role in Kolkata offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Fashion Designer Jobs is a plus.