This role is for one of our clients Industry Software Development Seniority level Associate level Min Experience 2 years Location Bengaluru JobType full-time As a Consultant - Planning Merchandising you will partner with leading fashion and retail brands to strengthen their planning buying and merchandising strategies This role is ideal for professionals who enjoy solving business problems optimizing inventory performance and improving end-to-end merchandising efficiency You will work at the intersection of data product and business contributing directly to strategic decision-making for some of the most innovative retail organizations In this position you will be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration rapid execution and customer-centric thinking Your work will involve understanding client requirements implementing technology-enabled merchandising solutions and shaping process improvements that drive measurable impact Key ResponsibilitiesClient Implementation Solution Delivery Lead the complete implementation lifecycle of the organization s merchandising and planning platform for assigned clients requirements gathering configuration testing training and go-live Diagnose operational bottlenecks and recommend data-backed process or system enhancements to elevate planning accuracy buying decisions and inventory control Translate client business objectives into actionable merchandising workflows using the product s capabilities Client Management Cross-Functional Collaboration Own regular communication with client teams through check-ins business reviews and performance discussions to maintain alignment and ensure successful system adoption Build trusted advisory relationships with merchandising heads planners buyers and cross-functional leadership at client organizations Partner closely with the product and engineering teams to escalate issues share feedback and ensure continuous improvement of product features Support change management activities by helping clients integrate new planning methodologies analytical dashboards and process automation Analysis Continuous Improvement Analyze sales stock OTB pricing and regional performance metrics to uncover insights that guide client merchandising decisions Contribute to enhancing platform performance by sharing industry trends user behavior insights and practical recommendations for optimization Create structured reports presentations and dashboards that effectively communicate findings and strategic recommendations Requirements2-4 years of hands-on experience in planning buying or merchandising within retail preferably fashion or lifestyle categories Strong analytical mindset with solid mathematical abilities and proficiency in translating data into business actions Proven experience collaborating with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams Excellent written and verbal communication skills with solid presentation and client-facing capabilities Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint exposure to planning tools or merchandising systems is a plus High ownership assertiveness and the ability to thrive under pressure and tight timelines Key Skills Retail Planning o Buying Merchandising o OTB Management o Forecasting o Pricing Strategy o Regional Store Allocation o Markdown Planning o Inventory Optimization o Business Analysis o Microsoft Excel We may use artificial intelligence AI tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us