11 Fashion Buyer jobs in India

  We’re Hiring: Fashion Buyer – Inventory Movement Focus

Location: Andheri (Mumbai)

Experience: 2–4 years

Company Description

Pace E-Commerce Ventures Ltd. is a transformative catalyst inspiring brands, partners, and individuals to pursue growth and fulfillment. Founded in 2015, Pace E-Commerce has launched several impactful brands including Cot and Candy, Ostilos, Wishrows, Zwankee, and more. With a strategic and innovative approach, Pace has expanded its portfolio to include diverse B2C and B2B platforms. The company is committed to innovation and quality, driving growth and strengthening its presence in various market domains.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Product Sourcing Specialist located in Ahmedabad. The Product Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for identifying and sourcing new products, negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring procurement processes are efficient. The role will also include tasks such as conducting market research, analyzing pricing trends, and coordinating with various departments to meet sourcing needs.

Qualifications

• Strong Analytical Skills and proficiency in market research
• Excellent Communication and Contract Negotiation skills
• Experience in Procurement and supplier management
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
• Prior experience in e-commerce or retail industry is a plus
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient in MS Office and sourcing software

Company Description

Pace E-Commerce Ventures Ltd. is a transformative catalyst inspiring brands, partners, and individuals to pursue growth and fulfillment. Founded in 2015, Pace E-Commerce has launched several impactful brands including Cot and Candy, Ostilos, Wishrows, Zwankee, and more. With a strategic and innovative approach, Pace has expanded its portfolio to include diverse B2C and B2B platforms. The company is committed to innovation and quality, driving growth and strengthening its presence in various market domains.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Product Sourcing Specialist located in Ahmedabad. The Product Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for identifying and sourcing new products, negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring procurement processes are efficient. The role will also include tasks such as conducting market research, analyzing pricing trends, and coordinating with various departments to meet sourcing needs.

Qualifications

• Strong Analytical Skills and proficiency in market research
• Excellent Communication and Contract Negotiation skills
• Experience in Procurement and supplier management
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
• Prior experience in e-commerce or retail industry is a plus
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient in MS Office and sourcing software

Greetings from Synergy Resource Solutions, a leading recruitment consultancy firm.

Our client, a sister concern of a Large 60-year-old US investment Company, requires.

Job Title: Product Sourcing and Quality Assurance Specialist

Location : Mumbai, India 

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced, self-driven Product Sourcing and Quality Assurance Specialist with prior experience in "Gift & Premium" sourcing and product development. The role involves end-to-end management of sourcing diverse premium products, including metal, fabric, paper, and plastic items used in direct mailing packages. The specialist will be responsible for supplier identification, product development, production management, and rigorous quality control to ensure timely delivery and high standards. Experience in sourcing from other Asian countries will be considered an advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Sourcing:

• Source a wide range of premium products such as:
• Metal items: key chains, medallions, coin-shaped products, religious ornaments (rosaries, chaplets, pendants, necklaces).
• Fabric products: T-shirts, dish towels, tea towels, fleece products, scarves, socks, gloves, eyeglass cleaning cloths (polyester, microfiber, cotton).
• Paper products: printed materials, paper components for packaging.
• Plastic products: cutters, utility tools, pens.
• Identify and engage export-oriented manufacturers capable of high-volume, cost-effective, quality production.
• Approach both direct manufacturers and trading companies for product development and sourcing.
• Leverage extensive knowledge of sourcing locations and processes across India and other Asian countries to optimize cost and product quality.
• Attend trade shows to develop new products and identify new suppliers.

Vendor Management and Product Development:

• Develop products based on samples and artwork with both small and large vendors.
• Negotiate pricing, production timelines, and contracts.
• Conduct pre-production meetings with vendors.
• Maintain and expand a reliable network of manufacturers.

Production Management:

• Oversee the entire production process from raw material to finished goods.
• Check yarn/fabric bleaching, dyeing, and curing for natural fabrics, and specifications for man-made fabrics.
• Understand and resolve production impracticalities.
• Apply technical knowledge of metal, fabric, paper, and plastic product manufacturing.
• Monitor in-process production to ensure adherence to quality standards and schedules.
• Conduct final quality checks before product dispatch.

Quality Assurance:

• Implement rigorous quality control measures across all production stages.
• Perform regular inspections, sample evaluations, and production approvals.
• Manage in-line and final inspections, documenting SOPs and approvals for print, embroidery, wash, etc.
• Approve incoming materials and finished goods through detailed visual and measurement tests.
• Train production teams on quality standards and monitor QA/QC performance.
• Resolve quality issues promptly and efficiently.
• Maintain thorough documentation of inspections, quality plans, and reports.

Operational Excellence:

• Coordinate closely with design and logistics teams for smooth product development and shipment.
• Independently resolve sourcing, production, and quality challenges.
• Prepare and deliver regular production and quality status reports.
• Participate in evening calls to collaborate with creative teams in the US/Europe and offices across Asia (HK/Malaysia).

Key Requirements:

• Qualified in Supply Chain Management, Production, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in product sourcing, production management, and quality assurance.
• Prior experience in "Gift & Premium" product sourcing and development is essential.
• Sourcing experience from other Asian countries is a strong advantage.
• In-depth knowledge of India's and Asia's manufacturing hubs and sourcing destinations.
• Technical expertise across products made of fabric, metal, paper, and plastic.
• Certification in relevant production and quality control processes (preferred).
• Strong understanding of dyeing, printing, polymer and yarn-to-fabric processes, and stitching technical skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Strong ability to work independently and make decisive judgments.
• Willingness to travel within India and attend trade shows for vendor development and product sourcing.
• Proficient in MS Office and sourcing management tools.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic, growth-oriented organization.
• Exposure to sourcing and quality assurance across diverse product categories.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

If your experience matches with requirement, please share your updated resume with details of your present salary, expectations & notice period.

New Product Development (NPD) and Sourcing Engineer – Frido R&D Team

As a New Product Development (NPD) Engineer, you will be the execution backbone of Frido’s R&D team. Once a product concept is finalized by the Design Team, you will take full ownership of its development—coordinating with vendors, overseeing prototyping, sourcing components, and ensuring manufacturability, quality, and timelines. You’re the bridge between concept and reality.Key Responsibilities Manufacturing Execution

• Convert finalized designs into physical products by developing product and vendor.
• Execute DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and DFA (Design for Assembly) improvements in collaboration with design and supplier teams.
• Own the complete development lifecycle—from sample builds to production handoff.

Sourcing & Supply Chain Collaboration

• Identify and qualify new suppliers for components, raw materials, and outsourced processes.
• Source long-lead and custom components in alignment with design and manufacturing constraints.
• Collaborate with the sourcing/procurement team to ensure on-time availability of parts for builds.
• Track lead times, manage RFQs (Request for Quotation), and support cost benchmarking across vendors.
• Maintain sourcing documentation including supplier capability matrix, pricing history, and delivery performance logs.

Vendor Coordination

• Identify, evaluate, and manage vendors for prototyping and batch manufacturing.
• Schedule and conduct vendor visits to assess capability, quality systems, and production timelines.
• Negotiate project timelines, costs, MOQs, and drive accountability with vendors.

Prototyping & Iteration

• Lead multiple prototyping cycles until all functional, aesthetic, and durability goals are achieved.
• Document development issues, manage change requests, and update BOMs and drawings accordingly.
• Validate samples through internal testing and targeted user feedback loops.

Project Ownership

• Maintain clear timelines and development trackers for all ongoing product builds.
• Coordinate across management, design, sourcing, and quality teams to ensure smooth execution.
• Proactively escalate risks or delays and propose mitigation plans or alternate paths.

Requirements

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical / Industrial / Product Engineering.
• 1–5 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, product development, or NPD roles.
• Sound knowledge of manufacturing processes like sheet metal, injection molding, machining, and basic assembly.
• Strong ability to interpret CAD models, engineering drawings, and mechanical tolerances.
• Excellent communication skills with an ownership mindset and strong attention to detail.