Merchandiser - Junior executive / Executive

Shahi Group; Hinoba-an; On-site; PHP 246,000 - 357,000; Full time

Job summary

Shahi Group is seeking a Junior Merchandiser / Junior Executive to coordinate garment product development from concept to final sample approval. The role requires understanding of tech packs, customer requirements, and construction details, with strong coordination across Design, Pattern Making, Sampling, Fabric, Trims, Quality, and Production teams.

The position focuses on developing multiple sample types (Proto, PP, Photo Shoot, Size Set, Fit, Pilot) and ensuring adherence to timelines and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in textile/fashion related field.
• 1–4 years in woven garment product development.
• Freshers with relevant internship or project experience may apply.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the product development process from concept to final sample approval.
• Understand customer requirements, tech packs, specifications, sketches, and construction details.
• Develop and follow the product development calendar and ensure adherence to critical timelines.
• Coordinate with Design, Pattern Making, Sampling, Fabric, Trims, Quality, and Production teams.
• Develop samples such as Proto, PP, Photo Shoot, Size Set, Fit and Pilot samples as per customer requirements.
• Follow up on fabric, trims, accessories, labels, and other components required for sample development.
• Ensure fabrics and trims are developed as per customer standards, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Coordinate with suppliers for fabric and trim development, testing, and approvals.
• Follow up on sample comments from customers/buyers and ensure timely incorporation of corrections.
• Maintain sample status and provide regular updates to the reporting manager and concerned teams.
• Assist in costing, consumption, and maintaining cost sheets in line with customer targets.
• Ensure product development is carried out within agreed cost, quality, and delivery timelines.
• Coordinate with the technical team for garment construction, measurements, fit, and workmanship requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation of sample submissions, approvals, comments, and development records.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, quality standards, and company procedures.
• Identify development issues at an early stage and coordinate with relevant teams for timely resolution.
• Support the merchandising team during pre-production and bulk production handover.
• Keep track of seasonal developments and ensure all developments are completed within the critical path.

Skills

Garment development

Project coordination

Quality standards

Education

Textile Technology degree

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the product development process from initial concept to final sample approval.
• Understand customer requirements, tech packs, specifications, sketches, and construction details.
• Develop and follow the product development calendar and ensure adherence to critical timelines.
• Coordinate with Design, Pattern Making, Sampling, Fabric, Trims, Quality, and Production teams.
• Develop samples such as Proto, PP, Photo Shoot, Size Set, Fit and Pilot samples as per customer requirements.
• Follow up on fabric, trims, accessories, labels, and other components required for sample development.
• Ensure fabrics and trims are developed as per customer standards, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Coordinate with suppliers for fabric and trim development, testing, and approvals.
• Follow up on sample comments from customers/buyers and ensure timely incorporation of corrections.
• Maintain sample status and provide regular updates to the reporting manager and concerned teams.
• Assist in costing, consumption, and maintaining cost sheets in line with customer targets.
• Ensure product development is carried out within agreed cost, quality, and delivery timelines.
• Coordinate with the technical team for garment construction, measurements, fit, and workmanship requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation of sample submissions, approvals, comments, and development records.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, quality standards, and company procedures.
• Identify development issues at an early stage and coordinate with relevant teams for timely resolution.
• Support the merchandising team during pre-production and bulk production handover.
• Keep track of seasonal developments and ensure all developments are completed within the critical path.

Qualifications & Experience

For Junior Merchandiser / Junior Executive:

• Bachelor's degree in Textile Technology, Fashion Technology, Apparel Merchandising, Fashion Design, or a relevant field.
• 1- 4 years of experience in woven garment product development.
• Freshers with relevant internship/project experience may also be considered.