Job Title

Department

Garments

Education

A Bachelor's degree in fashion, Retail Management, Marketing, or a related field is generally preferred.

Experience

7+ Years

Position Reporting to

Manager

Job Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Vendor Management: The role holder will be responsible for sourcing and onboarding recent vendors, managing relationship with existing vendors and negotiating price and terms

Product Selection and Sourcing: Identifying new products, trends, and potential vendors within the apparel’s category

Buying and Ordering: Placing purchase orders, managing inventory levels, and ensuring timely delivery of goods

Inventory Management: Monitoring stock levels, optimizing inventory turnover, and minimizing slow-moving or obsolete items.

Market Analysis: Conducting market research, competitor analysis, and staying updated on industry trends

Sales and Profitability: Analyzing sales data,



identifying opportunities for growth, and developing strategies to maximize sales and profit margins.

Cross-functional Collaboration: Working with other teams such as integration and replenishment, design, visual merchandising, quality, supply chain to ensure the successful execution of category strategies.

Skills

Strong negotiation and communication skills.
Excellent analytical and data analysis abilities (including proficiency in tools like Microsoft Excel and SAP).
Understanding of inventory management, supply chain processes, and vendor relationships. Involves travel to stores and vendor locations

Competencies

Simplicity & Process Optmisation

Speed of Execution

Shopper & Consumer Orientation

Leadership Development

Cost Sensitivity

Safety & Sustainability

📌 ASSOCIATE MANAGER - Category Buying (Garments) (India)
🏢 Important Group
📍 India