Responsible for driving sales and profitability of the assigned category by ensuring effective merchandise planning, inventory optimization, stock availability, and timely execution of merchandising strategies across stores.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan and manage merchandise allocation to ensure optimum stock availability across stores.
- Monitor inventory, replenishment, and sell-through to maximize sales and minimize stock imbalances.
- Analyse sales trends and store performance to optimize merchandise distribution.
- Coordinate with Buying, Supply Chain, and Store Operations to ensure timely product availability.
- Track category performance and recommend actions to improve sales, inventory productivity, and stock health.
- Support seasonal launches, promotions, and merchandising initiatives to enhance customer experience.
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Robust knowledge of retail merchandising and inventory management.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and retail ERP/SAP.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and coordination abilities.
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL SKILLSET
- Bachelor's degree in Fashion, Retail Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE
- 3–6 years
of experience in Retail Merchandising within the apparel or value retail industry.
- Experience in
Menswear and/or General Merchandise
will be preferred.