Junior Merchandiser – Technical & Production (0-2 Years)

FAIL.; India; Hybrid; INR 223,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

FAIL. invites applications for a hybrid merchandising and technical role in Delhi. The position blends production and merchandising with hands-on pattern grading, grading across sizes, and fabric quality checks, not merely coordination.

Freshers or candidates with up to 2 years' experience are welcome; a fashion technology or merchandising diploma is preferred. Strong communication in English/Hindi and willingness to learn on the job are essential.

Qualifications

• Fresher or 2 years' experience; degree/diploma in fashion tech/merchandising preferred.
• Basic fabrics, garment construction, and sizing understanding.
• Willingness to learn grading and pattern-reading on the job.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to follow up with vendors.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with factories/vendors to track production timelines.
• Prepare size charts and grading with pattern masters.
• Check fabric quality on incoming stock and flag issues.
• Analyze returns to identify recurring issues and feed learnings.

Skills

Pattern grading

Fabric knowledge

Sizing knowledge

Vendor coordination

Education

Degree in fashion technology

Merchandising diploma

Tools

Excel/Google Sheets

Job description

This is a hybrid merchandising and technical role. Unlike a typical merchandiser role (largely sourcing/vendor/timeline-focused), this position also requires hands-on involvement in pattern grading, pattern fixing, and fabric quality - best suited for someone genuinely interested in the technical side of garment-making, not just coordination.

About the Role

This is a hybrid merchandising and technical role. Unlike a typical merchandiser role (largely sourcing/vendor/timeline-focused), this position also requires hands-on involvement in pattern grading, pattern fixing, and fabric quality - best suited for someone genuinely interested in the technical side of garment-making, not just coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Merchandising

• Coordinate with factories/vendors to track production timelines
• Follow up on order status, sampling, and bulk production schedules
• Maintain production records and documentation

Technical

• Prepare and finalize size charts for new styles
• Handle grading across the size range in coordination with pattern masters
• Support in identifying and fixing pattern issues during sampling
• Check fabric quality on incoming stock and flag issues

Quality & Feedback Loop

• Assist in analyzing returns to identify recurring fit, fabric, or construction issues
• Feed learnings back into production to reduce repeat issues

Requirements

• Fresher or up to 2 years of experience; degree/diploma in fashion technology, merchandising, or related field preferred
• Basic understanding of fabrics, garment construction, and sizing
• Willingness to learn grading and pattern-reading on the job
• Organized, detail-oriented, comfortable following up with vendors/factories
• Good communication skills (English/Hindi)
• Based in Delhi, available for occasional in-person factory/office visits
  

Good to Have

• Exposure to size charts or grading during internship/coursework
• Familiarity with Excel/Google Sheets for tracking data

Compensation

• 20-30K INR monthly [Since this is a fresher role, consider a structured hike after 3-6 months based on performance]