Merchandiser / Sourcing Executive – Sarees & Handloom Collections

Role Description

Position :

Merchandiser / Sourcing Executive – Sarees & Handloom Collections

Type : Full-time, On-site

Location : Bengaluru, India

Travel Requirement :

Up to 50% travel across India

We are seeking a dynamic

Merchandiser / Sourcing Executive

who will play a pivotal role in expanding The Saffron House’s artisan network. The role involves

researching, identifying, and partnering with weaving clusters, artisans, and manufacturers

across India to source high-quality handloom sarees and fabrics. The candidate will oversee end-to-end sourcing — from vendor discovery and negotiation to production monitoring and quality control — ensuring that every collection upholds the brand’s design direction and craftsmanship standards.

Key Responsibilities

Research and identify

new artisans, weaving clusters, and manufacturing partners

across India.

Build and nurture

long-term vendor and artisan relationships

based on trust, quality, and ethical practices.

Oversee sourcing, sampling, production timelines, and dispatch coordination.

Conduct frequent

field visits (approximately 50% travel)

to weaving clusters for sourcing and quality inspections.

Collaborate with design, marketing, and retail teams to align collections with brand aesthetics and market trends.

Monitor inventory levels, cost structures, and vendor performance to optimize sourcing efficiency.

Ensure

consistency in craftsmanship, color, and finish

across all handloom products.

Qualifications

Strong

communication, negotiation, and vendor management

skills.

Experience in

merchandising, sourcing, or textile buying , preferably within the handloom or fashion industry.

Proven ability to

research and connect with regional clusters and artisans .

Deep understanding of

Indian handloom traditions, weaving techniques, and materials .

Highly organized with analytical thinking for production and inventory coordination.

Comfortable with

frequent travel (up to 50%)

across India for sourcing and cluster engagement.

Bachelor’s degree in

Fashion Management, Textile Design, Business, or a related field .