Assistant - Merchandising

Role summary

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The Assistant – Merchandising role supports the merchandising team with customer communication, order follow-up, product tracking, sample coordination, costing updates, production status reports and administrative work. Candidates are generally expected to have a diploma or degree in apparel, fashion, business or a related field, along with good English communication and computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel. Knowledge of garment manufacturing, textiles or supply-chain processes is an advantage. The successful candidate should be organised, detail-oriented and comfortable working to tight deadlines. The role requires close coordination with customers, suppliers, design, production, quality and planning teams, as well as the ability to manage several tasks accurately in a fast-paced export-apparel environment.

About the employer

MAS Holdings is one of South Asia’s largest apparel and textile companies, headquartered in Sri Lanka. The group designs, develops and manufactures clothing, sportswear, lingerie and performance apparel for internationally recognised brands. Its operations extend across several countries and include manufacturing, product innovation, supply-chain services and technology-led solutions. MAS is known for working with global brands, investing in advanced manufacturing and promoting responsible employment practices, sustainability and innovation. In Sri Lanka, the company operates a number of production and development facilities and provides opportunities across merchandising, product development, engineering, production, quality, finance and corporate functions. An Assistant – Merchandising position would typically offer exposure to international customers, apparel product development and the coordination of commercial activities throughout the manufacturing cycle.

Working in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka offers employment opportunities in apparel and textiles, tourism, information technology, finance, logistics, engineering and business services. The island has a multicultural society shaped by Sinhalese, Tamil, Muslim and other communities, with Sinhala and Tamil as official languages and English widely used in workplaces. Life is generally affordable, with varied food, beaches, tea country, wildlife and historic cities within manageable travel distances. Colombo provides the broadest professional opportunities, while manufacturing roles are also available around regional industrial zones. Foreign nationals normally need an appropriate employment visa or residence approval arranged with support from their employer; tourist visas do not permit employment. Relocation costs, accommodation, transport and health insurance should be discussed before accepting an offer. Workplaces may be formal but are often collaborative, and candidates benefit from cultural awareness, flexibility and respect for local customs.