About this role
Key Responsibilities: 1. 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. 2. 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. 3. 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. 4. 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. 5. 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