Introduction

In readymade garments sector, there are different types of merchandising profiles which are meant to perform different types of functions all together at different stages. Merchandising is a function of multiple activities performed by a person which are either parallel or interconnected. Some of them are interdependent and others are independent of each other. Merchandising involves planning and execution of the export order with the right place, at the right time, in the right quantities, at the right price.

The term ‘Merchandising’ has always been a magic word and hot pick of the cake in the field of apparel and fashion industry. It involves making execution plans, understanding the buyers need regarding quality and cost, follow up of the running order, effective communication with buyer. Most of the persons who want to pursue a career in the apparel field want to become a merchandiser. What makes this so much attractive and important is—reputation, responsibility and career growth. So, in-depth knowledge, as well as some key skills, is much required for a merchandiser to succeed in his/her career.

Foundation Course on Factory Skills Development is the first ever Industry Orientation program organized by Textile Today. ‘Merchandising’ is one of the important areas under this Factory Skills Development program where experienced industry experts will provide and share the taste of industry during the course of their study itself, which will give our trainees a real practical exposure – not just a course. They will be given training on various job-related aspects to give them an advantage in placement & business opportunities.

Course outline:

Communication for Merchandisers

Effective communication and Best way of communication

Pricing and costing

Costing and Technic of negotiations

Sourcing

Factory, Raw Materials, Print and Embroidery and logistics

Commercial and logistics

Payment terms, Commercial issues, and logistics

Follow up

Technic of Successful follows up, new development and production

MS Word and Excel

Booking, PO, PI, IV, packing list, Delivery challan, Lead-time, Critical path making

Factory opening

Factory sourcing and factory assessment

Quality & Inspection

Understanding of qualities, Testing, AQL & Inspection

 

Course Fee

BDT 4,900/- (Four Thousand Nine Hundred Taka Only)

* 10% discount for Textile Today Subscriber.
** 5 or more participants from one organization will get a special discount.
*** Students requiring support in Factory Engagement need to apply separately.