Production Merchandiser

Job Description

Job Overview

Armada Group is seeking a qualified Production Merchandiser (Buyer / Merchandiser) to join its team in Kuwait. The role oversees the development of seasonal product assortments, sample evaluation, costing negotiations, and coordination across cross-functional teams to ensure timely stock delivery and alignment with brand objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop seasonal product assortments in line with brand direction, market trends, customer preferences, and designer requirements.
• Coordinate with design and product development teams to finalize product selections and ensure alignment with collection objectives.
• Review product samples for fit, quality, workmanship, and compliance with approved designs and specifications.
• Negotiate product costs, commercial terms, profit margins, and delivery schedules with suppliers to achieve business targets.
• Create and process purchase orders and related transactions using DMS, SAP, or other ERP systems.
• Review designer comments and ensure all required amendments are incorporated before granting final production approval to suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with company standards, product quality requirements, and ethical sourcing policies.
• Coordinate the movement and availability of photoshoot samples across relevant departments.
• Track purchase orders, production progress, and delivery schedules to ensure timely stock availability.
• Liaise with logistics and warehouse teams to coordinate inbound shipments, stock receipts, and delivery requirements.
• Work closely with design, buying, planning, logistics, and retail operations teams to ensure smooth execution throughout the product lifecycle.

Job Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Buying, Fashion Merchandising, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5 to 15 years of relevant experience in production merchandising, fashion buying, product selection, or category management within the fashion retail industry.
• Strong knowledge of fashion product development, sample evaluation, costing, supplier negotiations, and production processes.
• Proven ability to manage purchase orders, supplier relationships, and delivery schedules.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including design, planning, logistics, and retail operations.
• Proficiency in DMS, SAP, or similar ERP systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Job Details

• Company: Armada Group
• Location: Al Kuwait, Kuwait
• Employment Type: Full time
• Career Level: 5 – 15 Years of Experience
• Date Posted: 2026/12/25
• Application Deadline: Application closes in 52 days
• Experience: 5–15 years
• Education: Bachelor’s degree