About the Opportunity A rapid-growing player in the global apparel & fashion retail sector, we partner with leading brands to drive product commercialization, seasonal assortment planning, and supply-chain agility across India and international markets. Our merchandising teams operate at the intersection of trend forecasting, margin optimization, and speed-to-shelf execution—transforming design concepts into commercially successful collections with precision and scale. Role & Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end apparel merchandising for assigned categories—owning open-to-buy, seasonality planning, and markdown strategies to hit GMROI and sell-through targets.
Collaborate with design, sourcing, and supply chain teams to align product development with market demand, budget, and calendar milestones.
Analyze sales velocity, inventory aging, and markdown performance to recommend reallocation, replenishment, or discontinuation actions.
Forecast demand using historical data, trend signals, and competitive intelligence—ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing overstock/understock risk.
Negotiate with vendors on cost, MOQs,



and delivery timelines while adhering to brand guidelines and margin guardrails.
Present merchandising performance dashboards to senior leadership, translating data into actionable insights and strategic pivots.

Skills & Qualifications
Must-Have
Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP, forecasting models)
ERP systems (SAP, Oracle Retail, or similar)
Open-to-Buy planning
Assortment planning
Inventory turnover analysis
Markdown optimization
Vendor negotiation
Seasonal merchandise lifecycle management
Preferred
Experience with fashion retail PLM tools (Centric, Lectra)
Knowledge of Indian textile supply chains or domestic sourcing hubs
Exposure to omnichannel retail metrics (online vs. offline performance)

Benefits & Culture Highlights
Competitive CTC up to ₹55K/month + performance-linked incentives
2-year bond required—offering accelerated growth, P&L; exposure, and cross-functional rotation opportunities
In office collaborative environment with rapid feedback cycles and direct access to product & executive teams

📌 Sr Apparel Merchandiser / 2 Year Of Bond Mandatory New Delhi (India)
🏢 Mindtel
📍 India