Weekday (YC W21)
Website:
weekday.works
Job details:
This role is for one of the Weekday's clients
Min Experience: 3 years
Location: Hyderabad
JobType: full-time
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Merchandiser to collaborate closely with the Founder & Creative Director in transforming creative concepts into commercially successful products.
This pivotal early-stage position demands an individual capable of managing execution from start to finish, working independently, and partnering effectively with a small founding team as well as external collaborators.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Product Development & Execution
- Oversee the entire product lifecycle from initial concept through to final production
- Convert design briefs into practical and actionable development strategies
- Manage sampling, multiple iterations, fittings, and secure final approvals
- Production & Critical Path Management
- Establish and maintain a strong critical path from development to delivery
- Ensure deadlines are consistently met during sampling, production, and shipment phases
- Proactively identify and address any potential obstacles
- Vendor Sourcing & Management
- Source, onboard, and manage small-batch premium womenswear manufacturers
- Develop a dependable vendor network that meets quality and design expectations
- Cultivate and sustain strong partnerships with tailors, pattern makers, and production teams
- Costing & Commercial Viability
- Prepare precise costing sheets and ensure alignment with desired profit margins
- Balance creative design goals with commercial practicality
- Negotiate effectively with vendors to minimize costs without sacrificing quality
- Quality Control
- Maintain high standards in garment fit, finish, and construction
- Monitor and enforce quality during both sampling and full production stages
- Implement rigorous quality checks to ensure brand consistency
- Cross-functional Coordination
- Collaborate closely with design, production teams, and external freelancers
- Serve as the primary coordinator among all stakeholders involved
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 4 years' experience in women's ready-to-wear development or merchandising
- Strong background in premium or luxury womenswear is preferred
- Demonstrated capability to independently manage end-to-end product development
- Extensive knowledge of fabric sourcing, garment construction, and fit processes
- A solid network of vendors including factories, tailors, and sampling units is advantageous
- Highly organized with a strong sense of ownership and effective problem-solving skills
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment
What We're Looking For
- A candidate who is both hands-on and strategic in their approach
- Detail-oriented with a keen eye for quality and finishing touches
- Capable of working independently while maintaining close collaboration with the team
- Passionate about contributing to building a brand from the ground up
Must-have Skills
Fabric Sourcing
Good-to-have Skills
Garment Development
Apparel Development
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