Sr. Apparel Merchandiser (upto 55k/ 2 year of bond mandatory)

About The Opportunity

A fast-growing player in the global apparel & fashion retail sector, we partner with leading brands to drive product commercialization, seasonal assortment planning, and supply-chain agility across India and international markets. Our merchandising teams operate at the intersection of trend forecasting, margin optimization, and speed-to-shelf execution—transforming design concepts into commercially successful collections with precision and scale. Role & Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end apparel merchandising for assigned categories—owning open-to-buy, seasonality planning, and markdown strategies to hit GMROI and sell-through targets.
• Collaborate with design, sourcing, and supply chain teams to align product development with market demand, budget, and calendar milestones.
• Analyze sales velocity, inventory aging, and markdown performance to recommend reallocation, replenishment, or discontinuation actions.
• Forecast demand using historical data, trend signals, and competitive intelligence—ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing overstock/understock risk.
• Negotiate with vendors on cost, MOQs, and delivery timelines while adhering to brand guidelines and margin guardrails.
• Present merchandising performance dashboards to senior leadership, translating data into actionable insights and strategic pivots.
  
  

Skills & Qualifications

• Must-Have
• Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP, forecasting models)
• ERP systems (SAP, Oracle Retail, or similar)
• Open-to-Buy planning
• Assortment planning
• Inventory turnover analysis
• Markdown optimization
• Vendor negotiation
• Seasonal merchandise lifecycle management
• Preferred
• Experience with fashion retail PLM tools (Centric, Lectra)
• Knowledge of Indian textile supply chains or domestic sourcing hubs
• Exposure to omnichannel retail metrics (online vs. offline performance)
  
  

Benefits & Culture Highlights

• Competitive CTC up to ₹55K/month + performance-linked incentives
• 2-year bond required—offering accelerated growth, P&L exposure, and cross-functional rotation opportunities
• On-site collaborative environment with fast feedback cycles and direct access to product & executive teams
  
  

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