Assistant Buyer

About the Role:We’re looking for a dynamic individual to support our Buying, merchandising and cross-functional project management initiatives. This role is perfect for someone who’s detail-oriented, highly organized, and eager to learn the ropes of managing product lifecycles, vendor coordination, and executional excellence in a fast-paced D2C environment.You’ll work closely with design, sourcing, marketing, and operations teams to ensure timely product launches and seamless cross-departmental alignment.Key Responsibilities:Product & Merchandising Coordination:Support seasonal range planning and assortment finalization.Maintain product master sheets and ensure timely updates on pricing, SKU codes, and inventory.Track product lifecycle milestones — from sampling to production to launch.Vendor & Production Management:Coordinate with vendors and factories on sampling, approvals, and timelines.Follow up on order execution, packaging specs, and dispatch schedules.Project Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration:Create and manage timelines for key merchandising and marketing projects.Track progress against deadlines, flag delays, and coordinate follow-ups with internal teams.Support new product development (NPD) by aligning cross-functional milestones.Reporting & Documentation:Maintain trackers for ongoing projects and report weekly progress.Assist in preparing data for internal reviews and seasonal line presentations.Desired Skills & Attributes:Excellent communication and coordination skills.Strong command over Excel, Google Sheets, and project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, or Monday).Detail-oriented with strong time management and follow-up discipline.Understanding of product development cycles and fashion merchandising basics.Ability to multitask across projects and work with multiple stakeholders.Qualifications:Graduate from NIFT, Pearl Academy, or other premier fashion/business institutes.0–2 years of work experience in merchandising, production, or project management (internships included)Passion for apparel, fashion, or consumer products with an analytical and execution-driven mindset.What You’ll Gain:Hands-on exposure to D2C fashion business operations.Mentorship across merchandising, supply chain, and project execution.Opportunity to grow into a full-fledged Merchandiser or Category Manager role within the organization.