The document discusses the role of merchandisers in the garment industry. It defines merchandising as buying and selling products at a reasonable profit. Merchandisers deal with garment trades and are responsible for sample development, price negotiation, order confirmation, sourcing materials, quality control, and arranging shipments. Junior merchandisers' responsibilities include quantity and quality checks, production planning meetings, monitoring production, and final inspections. Merchandisers play a vital linking role between buyers and factories by coordinating production, quality assurance, and synchronization of the order process.