Key Result Areas
Supporting Actions
Drive the selection & sourcing of Merchandise assortment/mix for women’s wear PRL stores
- Develop a comprehensive assortment strategy that aligns with Polo Ralph Lauren's brand identity and luxury standards for women's wear products.
- Oversee the selection of a wide range of women's wear items, including clothing, accessories, and footwear, ensuring they reflect the brand's iconic American style.
- Plan and execute seasonal assortments, taking into account India's regional variations and seasonal preferences.
- Utilize sales data, market research, and customer feedback to make data-driven decisions when curating the assortment and identifying top-performing products.
- Innovate the assortment by introducing new and exclusive products while balancing the inclusion of Polo Ralph Lauren's timeless classics.
- Create appropriate buying plan for women’s wear (WW) category as per Sales targets for PRL stores – Updating Order Master.
- Create Purchase Orders (POs), review Order Confirmation (OCs)
and track the progress of orders to ensure on-time delivery.
- Creating in season express orders on a need basis.
- Set ARP targets for product categories
- Create Option plan and conduct depth analysis
- Formulate Stock to Sale plan for a season – EOM / BOM
- OTB calculation
Vendor Management
- Establish and nurture solid relationships with a network of international and domestic vendors, negotiating favorable terms, pricing, and delivery schedules to achieve the best value – Order Confirmation Management.
- Collaborate with vendors to maintain high-quality product standards, ensuring that products meet Polo Ralph Lauren's quality and design criteria and customer expectations.
- Monitor vendor performance, track order fulfillment, and address any supply chain issues promptly to maintain a consistent flow of merchandise.
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies that align with brand values, sustainability goals, and ethical sourcing pract