Product Merchandiser
Job Description
Company Description
Stichkart is seeking a skilled Merchandiser to manage fabrics, garment development, and production coordination for our school uniform division. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of textiles, trims, sampling, and factory communication to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of school uniforms.
Role Description- This is a full-time on-site role for a Product Merchandiser based in Dubai. The Product Merchandiser will be responsible to evaluate, and approve fabrics, trims, and accessories suitable for school uniforms.
- Coordinate with factories and suppliers for sampling and bulk production.
- Manage the sampling process from tech pack understanding, sample approvals, to pre-production samples.
- Track and monitor production timelines, fabric availability, and factory lead times.
- Conduct quality checks on fabric, stitching, sizing, and finishing.
- Work closely with the design and sales teams to ensure product specifications match client requirements.
- Prepare and maintain order status reports, costing sheets, and timelines.
- Negotiate with vendors to achieve best pricing without compromising quality.
- Visit/ Coordination with factories to supervise production and resolve issues proactively.
- Ensure on-time delivery of uniforms as per school contracts.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree / Diploma in Textiles, Fashion Merchandising, or related field.
36 years of experience in merchandising (school uniforms, kidswear, apparel, or textiles).
Strong knowledge of fabrics, weaving/knitting, garment construction, and trims.
Hands-on experience in sampling, vendor coordination, and order follow-up.
Ability to manage multiple orders and factories simultaneously.
Strong communication in English, Hindi and Arabic.
Proficiency in MS Excel / Google Sheets for order tracking.- Willingness to travel to factories and school sites as needed.