Junior Merchandiser

Job Purpose
The Assistant Merchandiser supports the merchandising team in managing customer orders from order confirmation to final shipment. The role involves coordinating with buyers, production, sourcing, quality, and logistics teams to ensure timely execution of orders while meeting quality, cost, and customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Order Management
Assist in processing purchase orders and maintaining order records.
Prepare and update Time & Action (T&A) calendars.
Track order progress from sampling to shipment.
Ensure all order details are updated in ERP/MIS.
Buyer Coordination
Communicate with buyers regarding order status, approvals, and documentation.
Follow up for approvals on samples, trims, artwork, and packaging.
Prepare order confirmations and meeting minutes.
Sampling Coordination
Coordinate development, fit, size set, pre-production (PP), and shipment samples.
Monitor sample submission timelines.
Maintain sample records and approval status.
Production Coordination
Coordinate with production planning, sourcing, and quality teams.
Follow up on fabric, trims, accessories, and production status.
Escalate potential delays to the Merchandiser.
Vendor & Sourcing Support
Follow up with suppliers for raw materials.
Ensure timely delivery of fabrics and trims.
Maintain supplier communication records.
Be available to support exhibitions hosted or participated in by Bonjour, including engaging with existing customers and prospective buyers, as and when required.
Documentation
Prepare and maintain merchandising files.
Update buyer-wise and order-wise MIS reports.
Maintain purchase orders, BOMs, packing details, and shipment documentation.
Shipment Coordination
Coordinate with logistics for shipment planning.
Verify packing lists, invoices, and shipping documents.
Ensure shipments are dispatched as per customer requirements.
Quality Coordination
Coordinate with QA teams for inspections.
Monitor quality approvals before shipment.
Support corrective actions for quality issues.
Reporting
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly status reports.
Update management on order progress and pending actions.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Fashion Technology, Apparel Production, Textile Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
Diploma in Apparel Merchandising (preferred).
Experience
0–3 years of experience in garment/apparel merchandising.
Freshers with relevant internships may also be considered.
Required Skills
Garment merchandising knowledge
Fabric and trims understanding
Time & Action (T&A) management
Production coordination
Buyer communication
Microsoft Excel and MS Office
ERP/MIS systems
Documentation and reporting
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Time management and problem-solving ability
Attention to detail
Key Competencies
Planning and organizing
Teamwork
Customer focus
Analytical thinking
Follow-up and coordination
Accountability
Adaptability
Result orientation
Professional communication
Ability to work under pressure
Working Relationships
Internal
Merchandising
Production
Planning
Sourcing
Quality Assurance
Stores
Logistics
Finance
External
Buyers
Fabric Suppliers
Trim Suppliers
Freight Forwarders
Inspection Agencies

Work arrangement
No