Jatin Joshi

Strategic Apparel Merchandising and Sourcing Professional with 14 years of experience in garment manufacturing and international sourcing. Expertise in women's western wear, denim, product development, and vendor management. Managed the complete product lifecycle from concept to shipment, excelling in cost negotiation and margin optimization.

Senior Merchandiser - CREATIVE CLOTHEX

(2025-06)

Managing end-to-end merchandising activities from product development, sourcing, costing, sampling and production through final shipment. Buyer: Slazenger

• Addressed buyer requirements through sample development, approvals, production planning, and delivery scheduling.
• Coordinated with internal production teams and external vendors for printing, embroidery, washing, and other value-added processes to meet quality standards.
• Monitoring TNA and critical production milestones to ensure timely execution and shipment.
• Reviewing product specifications, measurements, construction details and buyer comments to ensure production accuracy.
• Managed buyer communication while proactively resolving production and technical issues to ensure smooth operations.
• Coordinating with suppliers and vendors to maintain quality, cost and delivery targets.

Senior Merchandiser - PRIME APPARELS

(2017-01 - 2025-12)

Managed complete merchandising operations covering sampling, sourcing, costing, production and shipment execution. Buyers: Styli, Outzidr, brave soul, Asos, R&B

• Developed and managed products according to buyer specifications, quality standards and delivery requirements.
• Prepared and negotiated garment costing based on fabric consumption, trims.
• Coordinated with fabric, printing, embroidery, and washing vendors to ensure seamless production execution.
• Managed Proto, Fit, PP and Sealing sample processes and followed up on buyer approvals.
• Maintained TNA and production trackers, ensuring adherence to critical delivery timelines for on-time product delivery.
• Identified production risks and coordinated corrective actions with suppliers and production teams.
• Facilitated buyer communication, resolving technical and production-related issues promptly to maintain project momentum.

Merchandiser - POOJA INTERNATIONAL

(2014-01 - 2016-12)

Managed UK buyer accounts, overseeing day-to-day merchandising activities to ensure alignment with buyer expectations. Key Buyers: NEXT, BHS, Marks & Spencer (M&S)

• Coordinated sampling, product development, costing, and production follow-ups to streamline processes and meet project timelines.
• Coordinated with production and value-addition vendors for printing, embroidery and washing.
• Followed up on TNA, sample approvals and bulk production schedules.
• Assisted in resolving production and technical issues to support timely shipment.
• Maintained communication between buyers, factories, and suppliers to facilitate smooth product lifecycle management.

Assistant Merchandiser - POOJA GARMENTS

(2012-01 - 2014-12)

Assisted merchandising team with sampling, TNA management, and production follow-ups to streamline processes. Key Buyers: Max India, Max Dubai, Sugar Inc.

• Coordinated with production teams and vendors to ensure timely execution of samples and bulk orders, enhancing delivery reliability.
• Facilitated buyer communication, order tracking, and documentation to maintain clarity and efficiency in order management.
• Followed up on fabric, trims and production requirements.
• Supported quality and delivery follow-ups during bulk production.

Bachelor of Arts - Nios (2010-01)

12th Standard - Arts - St. Marry Public School, New Delhi (2007-01)

10th Standard - Art - St. Marry Public School, New Delhi (2005-01)