Manager - Product Development & Merchandising

• Spearhead collaboration with Buyers to drive product development, costing, and order negotiations, ensuring seamless placements and executions. • Architect business growth by analyzing yearly plans and strategic frameworks in tandem with Directors. • Foster innovation by closely working with Design Teams to introduce sustainable products and cutting-edge designs. • Lead end-to-end business development and order execution, ensuring timely and efficient delivery. • Drive team performance by providing ongoing training, development, and constructive feedback, focusing on employee growth and succession planning. • Develop and implement design packs and development sample processes for each season and phase. • Facilitate customer feedback and follow-up, streamlining style selections and sign-offs. • Manage sourcing of fabrics, trims, and innovative developments, ensuring timely follow-ups and deliveries. • Negotiate prices and finalize costing with customers, driving profitable agreements. • Confirm order placements, allocate production capacity, and oversee shipment processes. • Enhance customer experience through proactive communication and timely delivery confirmations.