Merchandiser, Plush Toys Division
Little Eco Threads is launching a dedicated plush toy division and seeks a merchandiser to own the buyer relationship and end-to-end production cycle. The role involves managing costing, sampling, production planning, and compliance, leveraging your existing relationships with global toy brands. Candidates must have extensive experience in soft toys and a strong grasp of toy safety standards. This is an impactful role reporting directly to ownership, offering the chance to build a new business unit.
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Experience
5+ years
Function
Operations
Work mode
Onsite, India
Company
Tier 2
What you will work on
Little Eco Threads is launching a dedicated plush toy division and seeks a merchandiser to own the buyer relationship and end-to-end production cycle. The role involves managing costing, sampling, production planning, and compliance, leveraging your existing relationships with global toy brands. Candidates must have extensive experience in soft toys and a strong grasp of toy safety standards. This is an impactful role reporting directly to ownership, offering the chance to build a new business unit.
TAL's take
Solid established mid-tier company looking to build a new division, offering significant ownership and autonomy, though niche in domain.
Very clear responsibilities, specific industry experience required, and well-defined expectations for buyer relationships.
Must haves
- 5+ years of plush or soft toys merchandising experience
- Existing buyer relationships with toy brands or retailers
- Hands-on knowledge of plush construction and costing
- Understanding of toy safety and compliance regimes
- Proficiency with tech packs and merchandising tools
Tools and skills
Nice to have: sustainable certification programs, gots, grs, oeko-tex.
About the company
Established manufacturer with 25 years of history, but lacks global unicorn status or high-profile tech engineering brand.