Sample merchandiser

Raaha Garments; Tiruppur; On-site; INR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Raaha Garments in Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu, seeks a Sample Merchandiser to coordinate with buyers and internal teams to develop and track garment samples from concept to approval. The role involves preparing tech packs, sourcing trims and fabrics, and ensuring samples meet quality and compliance standards.

You will collaborate with design, production, quality, and logistics to align sample timelines with bulk production and support costings and approvals.

Qualifications

• Merchandising and sampling expertise with buyer coordination and approvals.
• Strong knowledge of knitwear and woven construction, fabrics, trims, washes, and printing/embroidery techniques.
• Ability to interpret tech packs, size sets, specs, and ensure fit and quality standards.
• Proficient in basic computer tools (Excel, Word, email) and maintaining clear documentation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with buyers and internal teams to develop, manage, and track garment samples from concept through approval.
• Prepare tech packs and sample development sheets, source trims and fabrics.
• Ensure samples meet quality, fit, and compliance standards.
• Support costings, follow up on approvals, and manage sample dispatches.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate timelines with production and logistics.

Skills

Merchandising

Sampling

Buyer communication

Documentation

Communication

Time management

Merchandising experience

Fashion Technology

WRAP

Oeko-Tex

Sedex

Education

Fashion Technology

Job description

Company Description

Raaha Garments is an established apparel export house in Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu, with over four decades of experience serving leading global brands. The company operates a highly integrated manufacturing setup with 600+ in-house machines covering auto-cutting, stitching, embroidery, finishing, quality control, and washing labs, enabling consistent quality and faster lead times. Raaha Garments specializes in infants, kids, licensed, men’s, and women’s garments across a wide range of knit and woven fabrics, and holds multiple international certifications including WRAP, Sedex SMETA, Oeko-Tex, BCI, GOTS, GRS, and RCS. The company is licensed to produce merchandise for global names such as Disney, Mattel, Warner Bros, Universal Studios, Moomin, and Marvel. Raaha Garments is also committed to social responsibility and sustainability through education initiatives, extensive tree planting, solar power adoption, and an electric transport fleet.

Role Description

The Sample Merchandiser role is a full-time, on-site position based in Tiruppur. The Sample Merchandiser will coordinate with buyers and internal teams to develop, manage, and track garment samples from concept through approval. Responsibilities include understanding buyer requirements, preparing tech packs and sample development sheets, sourcing and organizing trims and fabrics, and ensuring samples meet quality, fit, and compliance standards. The role involves close collaboration with design, production, quality, and logistics teams to align sample timelines with bulk production schedules, while maintaining accurate documentation and communication. The Sample Merchandiser will also support costings, follow up on approvals, manage sample dispatches, and contribute to continuous improvement in sampling processes.

Qualifications

• Strong merchandising and sampling skills, including sample coordination, buyer communication, and tracking approvals.
• Good understanding of knitwear and woven garment construction, fabrics, trims, washes, and printing/embroidery techniques.
• Ability to interpret tech packs, size sets, and specifications, with attention to detail in fit, measurements, and quality standards.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (Excel, Word, email) and maintaining clear documentation and reports.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with buyers, production, quality, and design teams.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities to handle multiple styles, seasons, and deadlines.
• Relevant experience as a Sample Merchandiser or in garment merchandising within an apparel manufacturing/export environment.
• Diploma or degree in Fashion Technology, Textile/Clothing, Apparel Merchandising, or a related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of compliance and certification requirements (e.g., WRAP, Sedex, Oeko