Senior Merchandiser — Woven

Job Description

Title: Senior Merchandiser — Woven

Company Name: NDS9

Vacancy: 2

Age: At most 35 years

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: --

Experience:

• 6 to 9 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Trading or Export/Import, Garments, Textile, Buying House

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Textile Engineering
• Diploma in Textile Engineering

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Textile Engineering, Apparel Merchandising, Fashion Technology, or a related discipline.
• Additional certification in Buying, Merchandising, or Supply Chain Management will be viewed favorably.

• 6 to 9 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Trading or Export/Import, Garments, Textile, Buying House

• Age At most 35 years

Experience

• Minimum 6–9 years of dedicated experience in woven garment merchandising within a reputed buying house, export house, or international sourcing company.
• Proven track record of independently managing end-to-end orders for international buyers across a range of woven categories.
• Experience working with buyers across European, North American, or Australian markets is highly desirable.

Technical Knowledge

• Expert knowledge of woven fabric types, constructions, and properties (cotton, polyester, blends, yarn-dyed, prints, stretch wovens, etc.).
• Strong grasp of garment construction for woven categories including pattern grading, seam types, interlining, fusing, and finishing techniques.
• Proficiency in reading, interpreting, and communicating technical pack details, graded measurements, and fit corrections.
• Sound costing knowledge including fabric consumption, CMT cost, trims, testing, and landed cost calculations.
• Familiarity with sustainability, chemical compliance, and testing standards relevant to woven garments (GOTS, OEKO-TEX, REACH, Bluesign).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with PLM or ERP-based order management systems is advantageous.

Personal Attributes

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple buyer accounts and concurrent styles without compromising quality or timelines.
• Commercially driven with sharp negotiation ability and a clear understanding of buyer and supplier dynamics.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English for professional international buyer correspondence.
• Resilient and adaptable under pressure; able to prioritize effectively and deliver consistent results in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong team player who collaborates effectively with QC, logistics, design, and senior management teams.

NDS9 is a globally recognized international buying and sourcing office with extensive capabilities in the Woven Garments category — a cornerstone of the global apparel trade. We supply a broad portfolio of woven products to the world's leading fashion brands, department stores, and specialty retailers. Our expertise spans formal wear, casual wear, outerwear, and bottoms across multiple woven constructions and fabrications. As we strengthen our Woven category team, we are seeking a seasoned Senior Merchandiser to lead end-to-end product development and order management for our key woven buyer accounts.

Department: Merchandising

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Reporting To: Head of Merchandising / Management

Work Location: Dhaka / Liaison with Manufacturing Units

Role Overview

The Senior Merchandiser – Woven will independently manage the full merchandising cycle for the Woven category, overseeing product development, sampling, costing, sourcing, production monitoring, and shipment for assigned buyer accounts. The role demands deep knowledge of woven fabric construction, garment manufacturing processes, and international buyer requirements, combined with strong commercial acumen and relationship management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage the complete merchandising process for woven garments (shirts, trousers, jackets, skirts, shorts, blazers, and related categories) from style development through on-time delivery.
• Analyze buyer briefs, tech packs, and seasonal direction; develop product concepts that meet buyer aesthetic, functional, and commercial requirements.
• Create and manage detailed Critical Path / Time & Action plans for each style; proactively track and resolve any delays across sampling, approvals, sourcing, and production stages.
• Source and evaluate woven fabrics including cotton poplin, twill, oxford, chambray, canvas, dobby, jacquard, and specialty constructions in line with buyer specifications and cost targets.
• Coordinate all sampling stages — proto, fit, salesman, PP, and TOP — ensuring buyer comments are addressed accurately and approvals are secured on schedule.
• Lead costing exercises, negotiate pricing with factories and suppliers, and ensure styles are developed within buyer FOB targets while maintaining company margins.
• Conduct regular factory visits to review production progress, identify risks, and coordinate with QC team to address quality issues during inline and final inspection.
• Manage all buyer communication — responding to queries, circulating approval reports, and providing production updates professionally and on time.
• Review and approve all pre-production materials including lab dips, bulk fabric, print strike-offs, embroidery approvals, and trim cards.
• Maintain accurate order management records including style files, approval logs, shipment trackers, and financial summaries.
• Ensure full compliance with buyer routing requirements, shipping documentation standards, and applicable legal/compliance mandates.
• Identify and develop new factory partnerships to strengthen capacity and capability in the woven category.

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and industry standards.
• Festival bonuses and annual performance incentives.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Collaborative, international working environment with strong career growth potential.