Production Merchandiser

Gingersnaps Philippines; Pasig; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Gingersnaps Philippines is seeking a Production Merchandiser to manage end-to-end order execution from development through pre-production, ensuring approvals before bulk production. You will collaborate with Design, R&D, Sourcing, Production, Warehouse, QA/QC, and Logistics to ensure material readiness, cost control, and timely delivery.

The role requires 3–5 years in production merchandising, knowledge of garment construction and costing, and proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in Production Merchandising.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, costing, sourcing, and production processes.
• Experience in product development, style engineering, and production planning.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Production Planning & Coordination: Monitor order status from development through pre-production.
• Establish collection timelines and key milestones.
• Coordinate production schedules and readiness with the Production team.
• Ensure all requirements and approvals are completed before bulk production.
• Track Work-in-Progress and address bottlenecks affecting delivery.
• Buyer Coordination & Order Management: Support order acquisition from local and export buyers.
• Serve as the primary contact for buyer inquiries, updates, and concerns.
• Maintain effective communication to ensure alignment on requirements and timelines.
• Product Development Support: Work closely with Design, R&D, and Pattern teams during product development.
• Monitor proto, fit, and pre-production sample progress.
• Ensure timely completion and approval of all development samples.
• Costing Review & Analysis: Review indicative and actual costing for each style.
• Analyze material, service, shipping, and related costs.
• Recommend cost-effective alternatives without compromising quality or design.
• Monitor margin performance by style and collection.
• Coordinate with R&D to ensure pricing accuracy and cost optimization.
• Style Engineering & Process Improvement: Recommend style modifications to improve production efficiency and reduce sewing SAM.
• Propose alternative trims, materials, or construction methods to optimize costs.
• Identify opportunities for continuous process improvement.
• Technical Coordination: Ensure garments meet functionality, comfort, durability, and safety requirements for children’s apparel.
• Monitor compliance of trims and accessories with safety standards.
• Review key product requirements such as safety compliance, wash durability, and child-friendly closures.
• Material Monitoring: Coordinate with PR/R&D and Warehouse teams to ensure timely material availability.
• Verify material completeness before production starts.
• Monitor allocation versus actual consumption.
• Escalate shortages and recommend corrective actions.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Act as liaison among Design, PR/R&D, Costing, Production, Warehouse, QA/QC, and Logistics.
• Ensure alignment on production readiness, delivery priorities, and collection timelines.
• Reporting & Performance Analysis: Prepare and update daily WIP reports and collection monitoring tools.
• Analyze delivery performance, delays, and bottlenecks.
• Recommend improvements to productivity and on-time delivery.
• Present collection and production performance updates to management.

Skills

Production planning

Coordination

Costing

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Merchandising, Fashion Design, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Production Merchandiser is responsible for managing end-to-end order execution from product development through pre-production, ensuring all required approvals are secured before bulk production. This role works closely with Design, R&D, Sourcing, Production, Warehouse, QA/QC, and Logistics teams to ensure material readiness, cost control, production efficiency, and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Production Planning & Coordination
• Monitor order status from development through pre-production.
• Establish collection timelines and key milestones.
• Coordinate production schedules and readiness with the Production team.
• Ensure all requirements and approvals are completed before bulk production.
• Track Work-in-Progress (WIP) and address bottlenecks affecting delivery.
• Buyer Coordination & Order Management
• Support order acquisition from local and export buyers.
• Serve as the primary contact for buyer inquiries, updates, and concerns.
• Maintain effective communication to ensure alignment on requirements and timelines.
• Product Development Support
• Work closely with Design, R&D, and Pattern teams during product development.
• Monitor proto, fit, and pre-production sample progress.
• Ensure timely completion and approval of all development samples.
• Costing Review & Analysis
• Review indicative and actual costing for each style.
• Analyze material, service, shipping, and related costs.
• Recommend cost-effective alternatives without compromising quality or design.
• Monitor margin performance by style and collection.
• Coordinate with R&D to ensure pricing accuracy and cost optimization.
• Style Engineering & Process Improvement
• Recommend style modifications to improve production efficiency and reduce sewing SAM.
• Propose alternative trims, materials, or construction methods to optimize costs.
• Identify opportunities for continuous process improvement.
• Technical Coordination
• Ensure garments meet functionality, comfort, durability, and safety requirements for children's apparel.
• Monitor compliance of trims and accessories with applicable safety standards.
• Ensure garment construction supports comfort, mobility, and practicality.
• Review key product requirements such as safety compliance, soft hand feel, wash durability, and child-friendly closures.
• Material Monitoring
• Coordinate with PR/R&D and Warehouse teams to ensure timely material availability.
• Verify material completeness before production starts.
• Monitor allocation versus actual consumption.
• Escalate shortages and recommend corrective actions.
• Cross-Functional Coordination
• Act as the key liaison among Design, PR/R&D, Costing, Production, Warehouse, QA/QC, and Logistics teams.
• Ensure alignment on production readiness, delivery priorities, and collection timelines.
• Reporting & Performance Analysis
• Prepare and update daily WIP reports and collection monitoring tools.
• Analyze delivery performance, delays, and operational bottlenecks.
• Recommend improvements to productivity and on-time delivery.
• Present collection and production performance updates to management.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Merchandising, Fashion Design, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in Production Merchandising, preferably within children's apparel or garment manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, costing, sourcing, and production processes.
• Experience in product development, style engineering, and production planning.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and planning skills.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.