About us:Samshek is first tech fashion startup where we provide clothing for women in all sizes. Using our patented manufacturing technology, we process all orders as made to order and dispatched within 48 hours using our digital inventory and working towards Zero Waste. Our Team is closely knitted together and transparency at all levels is followed at Samshek to provide a seamless experience to our clients. We are leveraging this manufacturing technology and now partnering with upcoming designers working towards a sustainable supply chain. Are you exploring opportunities to grow in your profession and become part of an innovation? If yes, then take a shot to join this revolutionary team. Kindly find the Job Description below. This position is to lead the merchandising of a B2B team.WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?We are looking for an enterprising individual who has a technical understanding of garment construction, and pattern making, as well as the ins and outs of the garment manufacturing process for complicated designs. Understanding of US sizes, fabrics, technical composition of patterns.WHAT YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR?Lead the Merchandise team to optimize the buying cycleOptimize current processes or set up new processes to improve procurement strategy and ensure the shortest possible cycle of production is met.On-time in fulfilment the primary KRA for this role. Ensuring to launch all products on the launch date in fulfilment. This will involve capacity planning and production planning with operations manager, suppliers, along with ensuring all levers for timely inspection are in place.Share detailed tech packs or specification sheets, and quality standards for coordination with vendorsWorks with vendors for development sampling and initial costsMonitor supplier performance, conduct regular audits, and address any issues or non-compliance.Works closely with clients to ensure design packages are complete and accurate.Prepare and present regular reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) and sourcing metrics, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations.Train and mentor team members, fostering their professional growth and ensuring a high level of performance.Conduct Training & development of vendor quality teams to optimize time & quality with vendor upskilling initiativesEvaluate and analyze new tools and technologies to automate processes & reportingCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including materials, warehousing, and logistics, to align sourcing activities with production plans and business goals.WHO YOU ARE?Past experience in Managing production or sourcing ( ideally 2+ years )Bachelors Diploma / Degree in Fashion Technology or engineering in textile technologyExceptional understanding of garment manufacturing operations & processesTechnical understanding of pattern and fit development of garments—knowledge of AUTO CAD would be preferredMerchandise Sourcing Knowledge - Experience in sample development and with offshore production exposure; in large-sized buying offices or Export HouseKnowledge of advanced Excel & data visualization toolsDigitally savvy & adept at implementing new technologies & tools