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Sourcing Cum Merchandiser (Kids Wear, 1-7 Years)
Sourcing Cum Merchandiser (Kids Wear, 1-7 Years)MomToBe.in • Republic Of India, IN
Sourcing Cum Merchandiser (Kids Wear, 1-7 Years)

Sourcing Cum Merchandiser (Kids Wear, 1-7 Years)

MomToBe.in • Republic Of India, IN
30+ days ago
Job description

Brand : Babylish – Premium Boys’ Apparel

Location : Mumbai (On-site)

Experience Required : 4–6 years in kids wear sourcing & merchandising (boys wear preferred)

About Babylish

Babylish is an upcoming premium kid wear brand specializing in boys’ coord sets, T-shirts, denim, and occasion wear for ages 1–6 years. Our focus is on high-quality cotton, natural dye prints, and child-safe fabrics that combine comfort, durability, and style.

We are looking for a Sourcing cum Merchandiser who can build our supply chain from the ground up, manage vendor relationships, and ensure timely, high-quality deliveries.

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing

  • Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable fabric suppliers, job workers, and accessory vendors for kids wear production.
  • Negotiate best costings, payment terms, and lead times while ensuring child-safe fabric standards (azo-free dyes, skin-friendly processes).
  • Continuously research new fabrics, trims, and trends in kids wear (1–6 years category).
  • Build a strong vendor database for woven, knits, and value-added processes (printing, embroidery, washing).

Merchandising

  • Translate design concepts into tech packs, BOMs, and cost sheets for production.
  • Manage sample development cycle—ensure samples are aligned to Babylish quality and timelines.
  • Plan production orders, track T&A calendars, and ensure on-time delivery from suppliers / factories.
  • Conduct quality checks at different stages (fabric inspection, inline, and final QC).
  • Liaise with designers, vendors, and internal teams to bridge design–production–sales seamlessly.
  • Market & Business Support

  • Analyze competitors’ kids wear ranges (boys category), fabrics, and costing strategies.
  • Provide regular feedback on pricing, sizing, and trends based on supplier inputs and market intelligence.
  • Assist in building seasonal line-ups by suggesting fabrics, trims, and value additions that improve product appeal.
  • Desired Candidate Profile

  • Education : Degree / Diploma in Fashion Merchandising, Textile Technology, or Garment Manufacturing (NIFT / Pearl / equivalent preferred).
  • Experience : Minimum 4–6 years in sourcing and merchandising for kids wear (experience in boys’ category is a strong plus).
  • Strong knowledge of cotton fabrics, knits, washes, natural dyes, and kids wear sizing (1–6 years) .
  • Proven track record of vendor negotiation, cost optimization, and timely execution .
  • Excellent communication and coordination skills to handle multiple vendors and internal stakeholders.
  • Hands-on approach with willingness to travel to vendor locations, mills, and job workers.
  • What We Offer

  • Opportunity to build and shape a new kids wear brand from the ground up.
  • A culture that values quality, innovation, and long-term vendor partnerships .
  • Competitive salary package with growth opportunities as the brand scales.
  • About the Founder

    Babylish is founded by Vivek Mehta , the entrepreneur behind MomToBe – India’s leading maternity wear brand serving over 2.5 lakh mothers every year through top online marketplaces.

    With a decade of experience in building premium apparel brands and a proven track record of scaling supply chains, Vivek has mastered fabric sourcing, vendor management, and e-commerce growth . His philosophy is to work hands-on with suppliers and factories , eliminating middlemen, ensuring on-time payments, and building long-term partnerships based on trust.

    After successfully scaling MomToBe to a 9-digit revenue brand, Vivek is now channeling the same expertise into Babylish , with the vision of becoming India’s most loved premium boys’ wear brand – focused on high-quality cotton fabrics, natural dyes, comfort-first designs, and modern styling for ages 1–7 years .

    Joining Babylish means working directly with the founder, being part of a fast-scaling brand from day one , and shaping its sourcing and merchandising backbone.

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