16 Aug
|
V-Mart
|
Gurugram
Job Title: Buyer – Women’s Western Wear
Company: V-Mart
Location: Gurugram
Experience: 4–9 Years
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Department: Merchandising, Retail & eCommerce
Role Overview
We are looking for a dynamic and trend-driven Buyer – Women’s Western Wear who will be responsible for driving category performance through effective assortment planning, trend analysis, vendor management, and pricing strategy. The role requires a solid understanding of fashion trends, customer preferences, and retail merchandising.
Key Responsibilities
1. Market & Trend Analysis
- Monitor, study, and analyze market trends across women’s western wear categories
- Translate market insights into actionable buying strategies
- Analyze past sales data to forecast future demand and consumer buying patterns
2. Assortment Planning & Execution
- Plan and execute a detailed assortment mix aligned with budgets and customer needs
- Ensure the right balance of fashionability, variety, quality, and price
- Drive the overall look and feel of the category
3. Buying & Vendor Management
- Create and manage purchase orders based on demand forecasts
- Collaborate with vendors to source the right products and understand new trends
- Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and supplier agreements
- Ensure timely procurement from approved and new vendors
4. Pricing & Profitability
- Define and manage price architecture across categories
- Ensure optimal option count and variety across stores
- Achieve targeted sales, margins, and inventory turns
5. Product Lifecycle Management
- Oversee product lifecycle from concept to store launch
- Ensure adherence to quality standards and costing norms
- Track product performance and take corrective actions
Candidate Profile
- 4–9 years of experience in Buying/Merchandising (Women’s Western Wear)
- Strong understanding of fashion trends, retail dynamics, and consumer behavior
- Proven experience in vendor management and negotiations
- Sound knowledge of garment costing, quality standards, and sourcing
Key Skills
- Trend Analysis & Forecasting
- Assortment Planning
- Vendor Management & Negotiation
- Retail Merchandising
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Inventory & Pricing Strategy
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
What We’re Looking For
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Strong ownership mindset and attention to detail
- Excellent prioritization and time management skills
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines
📌 Buyer – Women’s Western Wear, V-Mart (Gurugram)
🏢 V-Mart
📍 Gurugram