Job Description
Key Responsibilities - Category Strategy & Planning: - Develop and implement category strategies aligned with overall business objectives. - Analyze market trends, customer behavior, and competitive insights to support data-driven decision-making. - Identify growth opportunities through new product introductions and optimization of existing assortments. - Buying & Vendor Management: - In cases requiring deeper involvement, participate in vendor negotiations and factory interactions. - Work closely with suppliers to optimize costs, terms, and product availability. - Ensure supplier relationships align with quality, compliance, and ethical sourcing standards. - Merchandising & Inventory Management: - Oversee the merchandising team to ensure effective product placement, visual merchandising, and stock rotation. - Manage stock levels, demand planning, and replenishment strategies to reduce stock-outs and overstocking. - Coordinate with supply chain and logistics teams for timely product availability. - Sales & Performance Analysis: - Track category performance using key metrics such as sales, margins, stock turns, and profitability. - Generate reports and insights to optimize category performance. - Adjust pricing, promotions, and assortment strategies based on sales performance and market feedback. - Team Leadership & Coordination: - Lead a team of merchandisers, ensuring alignment with category goals. - Provide training and development to enhance team capabilities in merchandising and buying functions. - Work cross-functionally with marketing, operations, and finance to drive category success. Desired Experience - 6-8 years of experience in category management, buying, or merchandising within the retail industry. - Strong skills in assortment planning, vendor management, and inventory control. - Proven ability to analyze data and drive category performance. - Experience in leading cross-functional collaboration across supply chain, marketing, and operations. - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Retail, or a related field
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