Divisional Merchandise Manager

Eastman Exports Global Clothing Pvt Ltd.,; Tiruppur; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastman Exports Global Clothing Pvt Ltd. in Tiruppur seeks a Divisional Merchandise Manager to lead merchandising strategy, seasonal assortments, and margin performance for assigned product categories.

The role requires close collaboration with design, production, sales, and sourcing teams to develop collections and optimize inventory for timely order fulfillment. The candidate will analyze sales, monitor stock, and guide junior staff while supporting price negotiations and aligning offerings

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills to coordinate with internal teams and stakeholders and present plans clearly.
• Customer service and relationship management to understand buyer needs and ensure client satisfaction.
• Sales and commercial acumen with experience in driving category performance and margins.
• Inventory management and assortment planning to balance stock and build profitable ranges.
• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Textile Technology, Business, or related field preferred.
• Experience in apparel manufacturing or garment export merchandising, strong analytical skills, familiarity with merchandising systems will be beneficial.
• Ability to work on-site in a fast-paced environment with good problem-solving and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan seasonal assortments and drive sales and margin performance.
• Align product offerings with market trends and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with design, production, sales, and sourcing teams to develop collections and manage inventory.
• Monitor stock performance, optimize product mix, and ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Guide junior merchandising staff and support price negotiations.
• Contribute to long-term business growth through data-driven decisions.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Sales & commercial acumen

Inventory management

Assortment planning

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising/Textile Technology/Business

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Company Description

Eastman Exports Global Clothing Pvt Ltd. is a leading apparel manufacturer recognized for its strong product development capabilities and customer-focused approach. Guided by the vision and leadership of its founder, the company has grown from modest beginnings to an annual business volume of around USD $300 million. Cross-functional teams work in close coordination to ensure high operational efficiency and reliable delivery. A creative design and product development team continuously monitors global fashion and high-street trends to provide relevant, high-quality garment solutions. The company is committed to delivering garments that meet customer expectations for quality, fit, and timely service.

Role Description

The Divisional Merchandise Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Tiruppur, responsible for overseeing merchandising strategy and execution for assigned product categories. This role involves planning seasonal assortments, driving sales and margin performance, and aligning product offerings with market trends and customer requirements. The manager will collaborate closely with design, production, sales, and sourcing teams to develop collections, manage inventory levels, and ensure timely order fulfillment. Daily activities include analyzing sales reports, monitoring stock performance, optimizing product mix, and maintaining strong relationships with key customers and internal stakeholders. The role also includes guiding junior merchandising staff, supporting price negotiations, and contributing to long-term business growth through data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Communication skills, including the ability to coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders and present merchandising plans clearly.
• Candidates should possess Customer Service and relationship management skills to understand buyer needs, respond to inquiries, and ensure high levels of client satisfaction.
• Candidates should possess Sales and commercial acumen, with experience in driving category performance, managing margins, and supporting negotiations.
• Candidates should possess Inventory Management and Assortment planning skills to balance stock levels, minimize aged inventory, and build profitable product ranges.
• Relevant qualifications such as a bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Textile Technology, Business, or a related field are preferred.
• Experience in apparel manufacturing or garment export merchandising, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in MS Excel or merchandising systems will be beneficial.
• Ability to work collaboratively on-site in a fast-paced environment, with strong problem-solving, time management, and decision-making capabilities.