Sourcing cum Merchandiser (Kids Wear, 1–7 Years)

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.