Role Overview
We are looking for a Merchandiser who will be responsible for managing the product lifecycle from range planning and product development to production, inventory, allocation and sales performance.
The candidate should have a strong understanding of fashion, retail, customer preferences and commercial merchandising.
Key Responsibilities
1. Range & Product Planning
* Study previous sales, customer preferences and market trends to plan upcoming ranges.
* Assist in developing seasonal and monthly product plans.
* Prepare category-wise assortment and range plans.
* Analyse colour, size, style and price-point requirements.
* Identify gaps in the existing product range and suggest new products.
2. Product Development
* Coordinate with the Design team on new product development.
* Maintain product development trackers and timelines.
* Coordinate samples, corrections, approvals and finalisation.
* Ensure products are developed according to the planned range and target price.
* Follow up with sourcing and production teams for timely completion.
3. Production & Vendor Coordination
* Coordinate with production unit and vendors for order execution.
* Track production status and delivery timelines.
* Follow up on delays, quality issues and pending orders.
* Ensure the right quantity and specifications are received.
* Maintain regular vendor and production MIS.
4. Inventory Management
* Monitor stock levels across stores, warehouse and online channels.
* Track stock cover, ageing, sell-through and inventory turnover.
* Identify fast-moving and slow-moving products.
* Plan repeats and replenishment for high-performing styles.
* Recommend liquidation/markdown actions for ageing inventory.
5. Store Allocation & Replenishment
* Prepare store-wise allocation based on sales potential and customer profile.
* Ensure the right assortment reaches each store.
* Monitor store-level stock availability.
* Plan regular replenishment based on sales.
* Analyse inter-store transfer requirements.
6. Sales Analysis
* Prepare and analyse weekly/monthly sales reports.
* Track category, style, colour, size and store-wise performance.
* Analyse WTD, MTD and YTD sales.
* Track sell-through and contribution by category.
* Identify trends and provide actionable recommendations to the business team.
7. Commercial Merchandising
* Work with the business team on pricing and margin.
* Monitor planned vs. actual sales and inventory.
* Support OTB and inventory planning.
* Ensure merchandise decisions are aligned with business targets.
* Balance fashion, customer demand and commercial viability.
Pay: ₹60,000.00 - ₹75,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
