Apparel Merchandising

About the internship Selected intern's day-to-day responsibilities include: 1. Research and identify suppliers for fabrics, trims, and finished goods. 2. Coordinate with vendors to gather samples, quotations, and specifications. 3. Maintain relationships with suppliers and support in negotiations. 4. Inspect and manage samples for quality and alignment with design requirements. 5. Conduct market research to track trends and identify sourcing opportunities. 6. Help negotiate pricing and terms to meet budget constraints. 7. Prepare and maintain sourcing records, including purchase orders and contracts. 8. Ensure compliance documentation is updated for sustainability and ethical sourcing. 9. Collaborate with design and production teams to align sourcing with timelines. 10. Support quality control checks and follow up on corrective actions with suppliers. 11. Track shipments and ensure timely delivery of materials and goods. 12. Assist with administrative tasks like organizing databases and scheduling meetings. 13. Emphasize sustainable and ethical sourcing practices in all activities. Perks: 1. Stipend 2. Certificate 3. Recommendation letter (on a performance basis) Working Days: Monday to Saturday (2nd and 4th Saturdays are off). Work Timings: 9 am to 6 pm. Location: Survey No 338, Rajashree Business Park, Plot No 114, Tadiwala Rd, nr. Sohrab Hall, Sangamvadi, Pune, Maharashtra 411001 Who can apply Only those candidates can apply who: 1. are available for full time (in-office) internship 2. can start the internship between 16th Jan'25 and 20th Feb'25 3. are available for duration of 2 months 4. are from or open to relocate to Pune and neighboring cities 5. have relevant skills and interests FirstCry is Asia's largest online shopping portal for kids and baby products with more than 90,000 products and over 9 lakh happy customers. The company has been growing rapidly since its inception in 2010 from 4 members to more than 1200 employees and the trend continues. Headquartered in Pune, the company also has a presence in Delhi, Bangalore, and Mumbai. The company is also expanding the franchise route, with more than 350 plus stores opened across various states in India, making it the second-largest player in offline stores.