Assistant Merchandiser

Key Responsibilities

Order & PO Management

Assist in receiving and reviewing customer purchase orders. Ensure timely and accurate updating of customer orders, PO details, supplier PO into ERP systems (training provided) Maintain order details, quantities, prices, delivery dates, and specifications. Update order status and follow up on pending actions. Maintain accurate order and production tracking sheets.

Sampling & Product Development

Coordinate with the technical and production teams for sample development. Follow up on fabric, trims, labels, packaging, and accessories required for samples. Track sample submissions and customer comments in the internal chart Ensure comments/revisions are communicated to the relevant departments.

Fabric & Trims Follow-up

Coordinate with the sourcing team regarding fabric and trim availability. Follow up on fabric booking, production, testing, and delivery. Check whether materials are available according to the production plan. Maintain fabric and trims status reports.

Costing Support

Assist senior merchandisers in preparing garment costing. Collect fabric, trims, packaging, CMT, testing, logistics, and other cost information. Compare supplier quotations and maintain costing records. Learn how garment consumption and fabric pricing affect FOB pricing.

Production Follow-up

Coordinate with production, cutting, sewing, finishing, and quality teams. Monitor production progress against the planned delivery date. Highlight delays or potential problems to the senior merchandiser. Maintain daily/weekly production status reports.

Shipment & Logistics

Coordinate with the logistics team regarding shipment planning. Follow up on carton quantities, packing lists, shipping documents, and dispatch dates. Assist in preparing shipment status reports. Ensure the merchandising team is informed of any shipping delays.

Customer Communication

Assist in preparing professional emails to customers. Follow up on approvals, comments, orders, samples, and deliveries. Maintain proper communication records. Escalate important customer issues to the Senior Merchandiser

Qualifications and attributes

Diploma or degree in business, supply chain, finance or accounting, or a related field. A fashion, textile or apparel qualification is an advantage but not essential. 2 to 3 years of relevant professional experience, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment. Ownership and drive: takes initiative, works with urgency, and follows tasks through to completion Strong numerical and analytical ability. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, formulas and report building. Effective follow-up and cross-team coordination. High attention to detail and accuracy. Works well under deadlines and competing priorities. Eager to learn garment manufacturing and merchandising.

How to apply

Commencement Date: ASAP Applications will be assessed continuously. Please submit your resume along with a tailored cover letter for the position Note that only complete applications with the correct reference will be reviewed, and only the most qualified candidates will be invited for interviews. EAA is dedicated to equal opportunities in employment. We strongly encourage applications from women, individuals with disabilities, and ethnic minorities.

Note : For each question, please add our standard instruction: "Please answer in your own words, from your own experience, in less than 150 words per question. Specific examples and numbers are stronger than general statements. We want your own thinking, so please do not use AI tools such as ChatGPT to write your answers. Shortlisted candidates will complete a short practical exercise and interview.

Location : Koforidua (Eastern region)

Salary : Attractive