1. Opportunity to work in a leading European MNC renowned for excellent culture
2. Handsome compensation and strong opportunity for growth
About Our Client
Large European MNC in the Fashion industry
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Buying, Range and Inventory Management
3. Assortment Planning with building seasonal assortment plans to ensure preorder target are met and incremental business opportunities are created.
4. OTB planning to create sub-category, gender, store level buy plans based on historical data, future potential & market insights.
5. Lead and drive end to end GTM process and deliver all key milestones like option planning, ABC grading, selections, assortment planning, range width, pre-buy alignment meetings, partner reviews, sell-in-strategy and big bets, buying alignment for all categories, etc.
6. Budget Planning & Demand forecasting keeping in mind the targeted growth, category contribution across Channels.
7. Partner Segmentation model support different product strategy creation to ensure differentiation across platforms and reduce cannibalization.
8. Markdown Strategy for creating efficient markdown plan in accordance with Brand guidance.
9. Co-owning FPST with Trading team and using insights in sharpening future buys.
10. Building relationships with cross functional teams including Buying, SCM, marketing, CTC teams etc. for campaign launches, deliveries, GTM calendar activities, ERP, etc.
11. Leading Automation in B&M initiatives in the direction of E2E Merchandising solutions.
Leadership
12. Lead and develop the merchandising team by providing continuous coaching, learning and development opportunities.
13. Take ownership for Talent Management processes to grow, develop and retain talents.
14. Promote a high-performance culture by setting clear expectations and individual goals.
15. Translate the company goals into team specific actions and business plans.
16. Ensure the team delivers on sell-through continuous review of performance, inventory, and product trends
The Successful Applicant
10+ years of experience in Western Menswear buying and merchandising at a pan-India level
17. Excellent attention to detail and analysis skills
18. Strong work ethic willing to put long hours of work when required
19. Advanced Excel capabilities
20. Excellent command of English
21. Understanding of retail management systems and back office
22. Structured, process oriented at the same time approachable and strong interpersonal skills
23. SAP Retail, ALS knowledge is a strong advantage