Senior Merchandiser (Knits)

PT Matahari Department Store Tbk; Tangerang; On-site; IDR 100.000.000 - 200.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Indonesia is seeking an experienced professional for merchandising and sourcing knit apparel. This role involves managing the development timelines, overseeing the sampling process, and negotiating with vendors. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree and has over 7 years of experience in the industry, with strong communication and project management skills. Candidates should be fluent in English and willing to work in Lippo Karawaci.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in merchandising or sourcing for knit apparel.
• Proven experience in handling knit products and development processes.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction and knit techniques.

Responsibilities

• Translate design briefs into feasible product plans.
• Oversee the full sampling process from proto to pre-production.
• Plan and monitor production schedules and place purchase orders.

Skills

Strong communication

Negotiation

Project management

Problem-solving

Fluent in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Textile, Business, or related field

Tools

Advanced Excel

Job description

Responsibilities

• Translate design briefs/tech packs into feasible knit product plans and manage development timelines and approvals.
• Oversee the full sampling process from proto to pre-production, including fit, trims, and lab dip approvals, and maintain clear revision records.
• Plan and monitor production schedules, confirm capacities, place purchase orders, and track order status.
• Source, qualify, and onboard new knit vendors; negotiate commercial terms, MOQs, and cost reductions.
• Coordinate with QC and Buyer to ensure product specifications are met and resolve quality issues with suppliers and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Textile, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in merchandising or sourcing for knit apparel (factory/export exposure preferred) with prior experience in trading company and garment company is required.
• Proven experience in handling knit products and development processes.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, knit techniques, sampling processes, costing analysis, and advanced Excel.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• Able to work with cross-border suppliers.
• Strong communication, negotiation, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Willing to be placed at Lippo Karawaci.

Matahari is Indonesia's premier department store chain, holding a commanding 47.8% market share. As the nation's leading omni-channel, customer-centric "house of specialists," we excel in apparel, footwear, beauty, and related sectors, driven by our philosophy of "feel good."