Job Description

Position: Merchandizing Executive - Product Development (Apparel Trims)

Company: US based MNC

Location: Ghansoli, Navi Mumbai

About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented professional with Apparel Merchandizing & Product Development expertise in labels & trims and structural packaging products. This role requires hands-on experience in Costing, Product Development, Project Management, and Account/Brand Management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Development: Develop labels and packaging products as per set specifications and guidelines.
• Mock-ups & Product Approvals: Create mock-ups and visual designs and work with Account managers for necessary product approvals.
• Testing & Compliance: Arrange the approved mock-ups for required product testing.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with other relevant departments to ensure the product are developed and deployed for commercial production.
• Technical Issue Resolution: Analyse and resolve technical issues related to components, packaging, manufacturing methods, and performance.
• Costing & Negotiation: Conduct costing for new developments and negotiate best prices from suppliers.
• Manufacturing Oversight: Ensure that manufacturing performance and quality goals are met during new developments.
• Pre-development Meetings: Arrange and conduct pre-development meetings with relevant stakeholders, document discussions, and share minutes of meetings.
• Effective Communication: Effectively communicate with all relevant stakeholders related to product development and deployment.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• A minimum 3 years of experience in Merchandising/ Product Development in Apparel/ Textile/ Printing & Packaging.
• Prior experience in project management is essential.
• Bachelors degrees in business administration/management would be a plus.
• Excellent command of English, both written and verbal, is essential.
• High level of computer literacy and MS Office.
• Familiarity with integrated ERP systems; experience with SAP is preferred.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Navi Mumbai.

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