Purchase Executive – Trims (Woven Garment Manufacturing)

Evolv Clothing Company; Chennai District; On-site; INR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities in sourcing and,

Exposure to end-to-end sourcing and,

Collaborative and growth-focused work

Export-oriented manufacturing exposure

Job summary

Evolv Clothing in Chennai seeks an experienced Purchase Executive – Trims to manage end-to-end trims sourcing for sampling and bulk production. You will coordinate with vendors, ensure timely availability, and align trims with production schedules to support a fast-paced export-oriented operation.

The ideal candidate has 1–5 years of trims purchasing experience in woven garment manufacturing, strong vendor management and Excel/ERP skills, and a proactive approach to cost optimization and

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of trims purchasing/sourcing experience in woven garment manufacturing.
• Hands-on knowledge of garment trims and accessories used in woven production.
• Experience with garment exporters or woven apparel factories is mandatory.
• Strong understanding of production timelines and supply chain coordination.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP systems.
• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Procure trims and accessories for SMS and bulk production.
• Ensure trims availability aligned with production schedules.
• Coordinate packing trims and related accessories.
• Manage vendor communication for order placement, confirmations, and delivery schedules.
• Follow up to ensure on-time delivery and quantity accuracy.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with trim suppliers.
• Track trim orders from development to delivery.
• Monitor pending deliveries and resolve supply delays or shortages.
• Coordinate with stores, merchandising, and production teams for smooth material flow.
• Monitor trim inventory, excess stock, and leftover trims.
• Prepare and update trim summary sheets and procurement trackers.
• Maintain accurate records of vendors, inventory, obsolete stock, and purchase data.
• Ensure all procurement documentation is audit-ready.
• Ensure received trims match approved samples and quality standards.
• Coordinate with QA and merchandising teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Support cost optimization initiatives in trims sourcing.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement efficiency and reduce waste.

Skills

Trims purchasing

Vendor management

Negotiation skills

Production coordination

Organizational skills

Education

N/A

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Evolv Clothing is a Chennai-based apparel manufacturing company with over 50 years of expertise in precision garment production. Known for quality, consistency, and product integrity, Evolv partners with leading European and American fashion brands. As part of our continued growth, we are expanding our sourcing and operations team to strengthen our woven garment manufacturing capabilities for global markets.

Position: Purchase Executive – Trims

Industry Preference: Woven Garment Manufacturing / Apparel Export

We are looking for an experienced Purchase Executive – Trims with a strong background in woven garment manufacturing to manage end-to-end trims sourcing and procurement for sampling and bulk production.

The ideal candidate should have hands‑on experience working with woven apparel exporters/manufacturers and possess strong vendor management, follow‑up, inventory control, and production coordination skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute procurement of trims and accessories for SMS and bulk production
• Ensure timely availability of trims aligned with production schedules
• Coordinate procurement of packing trims and related accessories
• Manage vendor communication for order placement, confirmations, and delivery schedules
• Follow up proactively to ensure on‑time delivery and quantity accuracy
• Build and maintain strong relationships with trim suppliers

Order Tracking & Delivery Management

• Track all trim orders from development to delivery
• Monitor pending deliveries and resolve supply delays or shortages
• Coordinate with stores, merchandising, and production teams for smooth material flow

Inventory & Stock Management

• Monitor trim inventory, excess stock, and leftover trims
• Ensure effective utilization and adjustment of surplus trims
• Maintain stock accuracy and minimize wastage

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare and update trim summary sheets and procurement trackers
• Maintain accurate records of vendors, inventory, obsolete stock, and purchase data
• Ensure all procurement documentation is audit‑ready

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure received trims match approved samples and quality standards
• Coordinate with QA and merchandising teams to resolve discrepancies

Cost & Process Efficiency

• Support cost optimization initiatives in trims sourcing
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement efficiency and reduce waste

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 1–5 years of experience in trims purchasing/sourcing within woven garment manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of garment trims and accessories used in woven apparel production
• Experience working with garment exporters or woven apparel factories is mandatory
• Good understanding of production timelines and supply chain coordination
• Strong vendor management and negotiation skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP systems
• Excellent organizational and follow‑up skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced production environment

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Experience handling trims for woven shirts, bottoms, jackets, or fashion garments
• Strong coordination skills with merchandising, planning, stores, and production teams
• Detail‑oriented with strong accuracy in procurement and inventory tracking
• Proactive and solution‑oriented approach to managing supply challenges

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with a growing export‑oriented garment manufacturer
• Exposure to end‑to‑end sourcing and trims management
• Collaborative and growth‑focused work environment
• Career growth opportunities in sourcing and operations