Head Merchandiser (India Textiles)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Strategic Merchandising Leadership: Develop and execute comprehensive merchandising strategies for the Textile Division, aligning with our clients vision and business objectives.
• Sourcing: Identify, evaluate, and secure top-quality suppliers, ensuring competitiveness in price, quality, and innovation.
• Product Assortment & Planning: Oversee product assortment planning, ensuring a balanced and compelling range of textile products that resonate with consumers and reflect market trends.
• Market Analysis: Conduct in-depth market research to identify trends, consumer preferences, and competitive activities; leverage insights to drive strategic decisions.
• Collaboration: Work closely with design, product development, marketing, and supply chain teams to ensure seamless integration of merchandising strategies and successful product launches.
• Vendor & Supplier Relations: Cultivate and manage strong relationships with suppliers and vendors to secure quality materials and negotiate favorable terms.
• Quality Control: Oversee quality control to ensure that all textile products meet our clients’ rigorous quality standards and comply with industry regulations.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Merchandising, Business, Textile Engineering, or a related field
• Experience: 8+ years of merchandising experience in the textile or apparel industry, with a proven track record of planning and sourcing
• Merchandising Expertise: Deep understanding of textile products, market trends, and consumer behavior, with the ability to drive effective product assortment planning.
• Quality Control: Quality control certification preferred
• Communication: Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• Passion for Sport: A genuine passion for sports, fashion, and creating products that empower athletes worldwide.