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Role & responsibilities The Planogram Merchandiser plays a vital role in enhancing the customer shopping experience by effectively designing and implementing planograms to optimize retail space. This position requires creativity, attention to detail, and close collaboration with buying, marketing, and store operations teams to ensure product displays are visually appealing, strategically planned, and aligned with the companys sales objectives. 1. Develop, design, and maintain planograms for various categories and store formats in Star Localmart. 2. Collaborate with category managers and store teams to understand product priorities, seasonal changes, and promotional requirements. 3. Analyze store layouts, customer flow, and sales data to optimize product placement and shelf space utilization. 4. Regularly review and update planograms based on product performance, new launches, and market trends. 5. Provide clear planogram instructions and guidelines to store teams to ensure correct and consistent implementation. 6. Conduct regular audits of store displays to verify compliance with approved planograms. 7. Partner with visual merchandising teams to enhance the overall aesthetic appeal of displays while supporting commercial goals. 8. Utilize planogramming software tools to create data-driven, space-optimized designs. 9. Track and report the impact of planogram changes on sales and customer engagement. 10. Stay updated with industry best practices and competitor strategies in merchandising and display planning. Preferred candidate profile 1. Strong knowledge of planogramming tools (e.g., JDA Space Planning, Nielsen Spaceman, or similar). 2. Excellent analytical skills to interpret sales data and customer behavior. 3. Attention to detail and organizational skills. 4. Good communication and collaboration skills to work with multiple internal teams. 5. Ability to manage timelines and adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic retail environment. 1. Experience: 2. Bachelors degree or diploma in Merchandising, Retail Management, Marketing, or related field. 3. 3–7 years of relevant experience in planogramming or retail space planning, preferably in FMCG, supermarkets, or modern trade. 4. Experience working with planogramming software tools is highly desirable

You should have at least 5+ years of experience in retail buying and merchandise planning, ideally in the kidswear or fashion category. Your hands-on experience in assortment planning, inventory management, and product lifecycle management will be crucial for this role. You must also be proficient in performing sales, margin, discount, and inventory analysis to derive insights for planning and growth. An ideal candidate for this position would have a strong awareness of market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive analysis in the fashion retail space. Proficiency in MS Excel / MS Office and basic data handling tools is preferred. This role is with a company in the retail, fashion e-commerce, and kidswear industry.,

You should have at least 5 years of experience in retail buying and merchandise planning, with a preference for the kidswear or fashion category. Your hands-on experience in assortment planning, inventory management, and product lifecycle management will be essential. You should be capable of conducting sales, margin, discount, and inventory analysis to derive insights for planning and growth. It is preferred that you possess a strong awareness of market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive analysis in the fashion retail space. Proficiency in MS Excel / MS Office and basic data handling tools is also preferred. The ideal candidate will have a background in Retail, Fashion E-commerce, or Kidswear.,

Role & responsibilities Business Strategy: Support new store openings and regional expansions through tailored merchandising strategies. Develop short- and long-term buying strategies to optimize assortment, availability, and margins. Evaluate market trends and competition to innovate and adapt quickly. Merchandising Planning: Define and implement merchandise strategy for all store formats aligned to customer insights, regional demands, and company vision. Lead category architecture, assortment mix, private label development, and price positioning. Plan seasonal and festive merchandising calendar in coordination with marketing and operations. Vendor Management: Build strategic partnerships with suppliers and negotiate best-in-class terms, pricing, and margins. Manage sourcing, procurement cycles, and long-term supplier development. Ensure ethical sourcing and compliance with food safety, ESG, and regulatory standards. Build strong supplier partnerships, negotiate commercials, secure exclusive deals, and ensure timely procurement. Category Ownership: Drive performance across key categories: Fresh, FMCG, Staples, General Merchandise. Optimize SKU count, inventory turns, and shelf space to maximize profitability and efficiency. Leverage data analytics to improve product performance, assortment rationalization, and consumer behavior insights. Manage and grow the food (staples, dairy, FMCG, etc.) and non-food (home care, personal care, general merchandise) portfolio across Star Localmart stores. Margin & Profitability Focus: Develop pricing architecture to maintain competitiveness while protecting margin. Oversee promotion planning with a focus on ROI and customer footfall. Collaborate with marketing and operations for effective promotions rollouts. Must have the knowledge of GMROI, GMROFS Drive initiatives to improve category-level gross margins through effective pricing, promotions, and sourcing efficiencies. Market Intelligence: Stay abreast of market trends, competitor activity, and consumer insights to inform merchandising decisions. Should be an expert in analyzing then AC Nielsen trends. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Lead and mentor a team of category managers, buyers, and merchandise planners. Work closely with Supply Chain, Store Operations, Marketing, and Finance to deliver merchandise objectives. Foster a high-performance culture and data-driven decision-making. New Store Opening: Defining strategies for opening new stores, Research local demographics, competitor offerings, and consumer trends to ensure the product mix aligns with demand. Team Leadership: Build and mentor a high-performance buying & merchandising team with a focus on data-driven decision-making. Preferred candidate profile 1. Experience: 1520 years in merchandising/category leadership roles in organized retail/FMCG, with at least 5+ years in a leadership role managing end-to-end categories. One must have experience in the South and West markets. 2. Domain Expertise: Proven experience in managing both food and non-food categories in small-format retail (e.g., convenience stores, neighborhood stores, discount stores). 3. Education: MBA or PGDM in Retail, Marketing, or Operations from a reputed institution.

Designation - DEPUTY CATEGORY MANAGER - GENERAL MERCHANDISE_Utensils Additional Roles & Responsibilities: Responsible for Own Label Business for Utensils and Electrical category. • Understand the available market opportunity for new and existing categories. • Stock availability, stock turnover, Category Assortment Expansion. • New Product development by identifying new Vendors. • Drive the Sales, Margin, and Inventory. • Managing overall operations including Buying, Merchandising, Vendor Management, Demand Planning, Inventory Management, etc. • Steering merchandising efforts in harmony with the business objectives. • Provide support and guidance for fulfilling statutory requirement related to new products. • Should be strong at National Sourcing and TOT Negotiation. • Participates in development of strategic direction and annual strategic plans for category. Prepares Business plan and ensures sales, margin and contribution targets are achieved. • Understands the consumer, customer, and competitive environment and utilizes that insight to initiate recommendations in marketing mix (product, price, place, and promotion) and new business/new products. • Lead projects comprised of cross-functional teams to achieve key initiative deliverables. • Works directly with digital, content, creative departments, and agency to develop, branding, Artwork and advertising strategies. • Performs qualitative and quantitative market research on New products and innovation, packaging concepts, positioning, pricing and promotion. Additional Skills : • Stakeholder management: Work with internal and external stakeholders to drive the project forward. • Business acumen and decision making: Strong orientation for learning and quickly grasp business nuances. • Ability to take decisions based on sound data analysis and business understanding. • Customer Centricity: Puts the customer experience paramount to all other considerations • Problem solving: Deal with complexity and unstandardized processes to come up with quick scalable solutions to problems • Data orientation: Should be able to build an approach to solving problems through data f irst

Job Description: Assortment Planning Manager. Note: This role does not include logistics, warehousing, or factor production/ manufacturing. Assortment Planning The process of optimizing product selection for each store, based on customer buying behavior derived from sales and stock data. By analyzing the data, we identify customer preferences, sales opportunities, and store-specific requirements. This data-driven approach enables us to uncover growth potentials and strategically allocate new collections or redistribute existing stock to align with the unique needs of each store's target audience and local demographics. Your Role: To be the driving force ensuring the right products are available at the right time and in the right quantities to meet customer needs and drive sales growth. Strategic Planning and Analysis Data-driven decision-making: Analyzing sales, demand, and stock data to forecast future trends and identify growth opportunities. Product mix optimization: Ensuring the product range aligns with customer preferences and market demands. Assortment planning: Developing and executing comprehensive assortment plans for different store locations, considering factors like demographics, store size, and customer profiles. Inventory management: Balancing inventory levels to avoid stockouts and excess inventory. Collaboration and Execution Cross-functional collaboration: Working closely with procurement, merchandising, and store teams to implement assortment plans. Visual merchandising: Collaborating with visual merchandising teams to optimize product display and placement. Stock allocation: Distributing inventory effectively across different stores based on demand and performance metrics. Performance Measurement and Optimization Performance analysis: Tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of assortment plans. Regular improvements: Identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes to enhance assortment planning processes. Stock optimization: Implementing strategies to reduce stock levels and improve inventory turnover. Team Management Task Allocation: Assigning tasks based on team members' skills and capabilities. Coaching and Development: Providing guidance and support to team members to enhance their performance. Problem Solving: Resolving issues and challenges faced by the team. Selection of Frames and Sunglasses: Your Role : The Manager is responsible for curating an exceptional eyewear collection that aligns with our brand identity and customer preferences. This role involves collaborating with the eyewear selection team, procurement department, and store teams to ensure the optimal selection and timely delivery of sunglasses and frames. Product Selection : Work closely with the eyewear selection team to curate a diverse and appealing range of sunglasses and frames from renowned brands, including Cartier, Chanel, Mont Blanc, Maybach, Tom Ford, Gucci, Armani, Prada, Coach, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Ray Ban, and Carrera. Collection Management : Coordinate with the procurement department to organize showcases of new collections for the selection and store teams. Order Management : Oversee the order process, including selection, data entry, coordination, and preparation of order Excel sheets. Sample Management : Prioritize sample set selection and ordering based on showroom requirements and availability. The ideal candidate possesses a keen eye for fashion, a strong understanding of market trends, and excellent organizational skills. (This role does not require prior work experience in the optical industry) QR Code Printing & Product Attributes System We have assigned unique QR codes to all existing frames and sunglasses at our stores based on the products attributes. New QR codes are printed for new collections. The Assortment Planning Manager is responsible for ensuring the QR Codes are printed by the team as per the inventory management system and data entry guidelines. This role demands a comprehensive understanding of product attributes, inventory management systems, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure operational efficiency and accuracy. Team Management and Operations Oversee the data entry and QR code generation process , ensuring adherence to company standards and established guidelines. Manage the team responsible for data entry and QR code printing. Coordinate with: The Procurement/Buying team is to ensure timely and accurate product delivery, including order follow-up and distribution to stores. The Accounts team to manage stock transfers, order cancellations, and defective stock replacements, including QR code updates as needed. Implement new inventory management tools: Automated Discount of Stock Aging, Order Tracking System. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline operations and reduce costs.

Job Responsibilities: This position is required to achieve the desired level of performance in the following Key Result areas: Category buying, performance analysis, trend analysis, sales forecasting, merchandising strategy, assortment planning, maximizing revenue and margins, onboarding brands. Planogram planning and merchandising of products at a national level to bring out the differentiation in order to satisfy diverse customer needs. Replenishment & purchase order management. Identify new sources of supply and assess their suitability to business. Negotiate and continually assess existing suppliers to optimize performance and improve terms to reduce prices Price comparisons with competition on key lines for online platform and offline stores Vendor negotiations for monthly promotions and secondary income for the category. Review stock levels daily /weekly and create an action plan to resolve issues Effective communication with suppliers on liquidation of potential expiry stock. Research on opportunities and development of customer group with high margin sales. Requirement: 6+ years of experience into General merchandising category

Job Overview: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Merchandiser to join our dynamic merchandising team. The ideal candidate will assist in planning and executing product assortments to meet sales and inventory goals while ensuring a cohesive brand presentation. This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the merchandising process. Key Responsibilities: Assortment Planning: Assist in creating and maintaining seasonal product assortments aligned with market trends and customer preferences. Inventory Management: Support the monitoring of inventory levels, analyzing sales performance to recommend reorders or markdowns as necessary. Market Research: Conduct competitor analysis and market research to identify new trends and opportunities for product selection. Data Analysis: Analyze sales data and customer feedback to inform merchandising decisions and improve product offerings. Visual Merchandising: Collaborate with the visual merchandising team to ensure product displays align with brand standards and enhance the shopping experience. Vendor Coordination: Assist in communication with vendors regarding product deliveries, samples, and promotions. Reporting: Prepare regular reports on sales performance, inventory status, and other key metrics for the merchandising team. Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support to the merchandising department as needed, including maintaining records and assisting in the planning of meetings and presentations. Qualifications: Education: Bachelors degree in Business, Marketing, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field preferred. Experience: Previous experience in retail or merchandising (internships or part-time roles acceptable). Skills: Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel and other data analysis tools. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Detail-oriented with a strong sense of organization and time management. Knowledge of fashion trends and market dynamics is a plus.

Job Overview: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Merchandiser to join our dynamic merchandising team. The ideal candidate will assist in planning and executing product assortments to meet sales and inventory goals while ensuring a cohesive brand presentation. This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the merchandising process. Key Responsibilities: Assortment Planning: Assist in creating and maintaining seasonal product assortments aligned with market trends and customer preferences. Inventory Management: Support the monitoring of inventory levels, analyzing sales performance to recommend reorders or markdowns as necessary. Market Research: Conduct competitor analysis and market research to identify new trends and opportunities for product selection. Data Analysis: Analyze sales data and customer feedback to inform merchandising decisions and improve product offerings. Visual Merchandising: Collaborate with the visual merchandising team to ensure product displays align with brand standards and enhance the shopping experience. Vendor Coordination: Assist in communication with vendors regarding product deliveries, samples, and promotions. Reporting: Prepare regular reports on sales performance, inventory status, and other key metrics for the merchandising team. Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support to the merchandising department as needed, including maintaining records and assisting in the planning of meetings and presentations. Qualifications: Education: Bachelors degree in Business, Marketing, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field preferred. Experience: Previous experience in retail or merchandising (internships or part-time roles acceptable). Skills: Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel and other data analysis tools. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Detail-oriented with a strong sense of organization and time management. Knowledge of fashion trends and market dynamics is a plus.

Job Description: Category Head - Chemist Box Private Limited About Chemist Box Private Limited: Chemist Box Private Limited, a prominent multi-outlet retail pharmacy chain in Bihar, With 13-14 physical stores with massive expansion plan. Position: Category Head Location: Patna, Bihar Job Summary: We are looking for a Category Head to manage a group or non-medicine category of products for our company. You will be the one responsible for the pricing and overall promotion of a product category to maximize consumer appeal. Relationships with vendors and product range management will also be part of your duties. An excellent category manager must have extensive experience in understanding consumer needs and the retail environment. They must have a commercial mindset and full comprehension of marketing and sales principles. Exceptional communication skills are also key for category managers. The goal is to increase sales and profitability of non-medicine businesses to drive sustainable growth. Responsibilities: 1. Category Management - Own end-to-end responsibility of Category Management across F&B space, including creating the vision for the category, planning and execution - Identifying and develop Target Sector, Target Customer, Category Outline, Products & Brands, Differentiation Strategies and promoting Innovation to keep the category relevant and refreshed. - Competition and alternate channels mapping: Sorting & identifying the fast moving product thus increasing the sales. - Develop and Own Monthly Category Analysis Report. - Overall responsibility is to optimize sales along with accountability of Pricing, Promotion, Margin & Inventory Control. 2. Merchandising - Develop and implement placement and planogram strategies that improve category turnover. - Plan and develop merchandising strategies - Analyze sales figures & anticipate product needs and plan product ranges/stock - Collaborate with buyers for timely & quality supplies - Produce layout plans for sales and merchandise planning - Forecast profits/sales and plan budgets (OTB) - Monitor stock movement to machines and sales 3. New Product Development - Create Product Strategy in line with Business Plan and backed with strong Customer & Market insights and Need Gap Analysis to create Customer as well as Enterprise Value - Create strong funnel for new product development and incremental improvements - Work collaboratively with cross-functional team including Sales & BD, Operations, Products & Solutions, Procurement, and Finance to develop and implement product strategies seamlessly. Branding (Static & Digital) - Responsible for growing Branding Business Line for Vendiman. - Responsible for Creating strong funnel of prospects and brand relationships for maximizing our branding space and branding revenue; both static and Digital. - Develop & implement solutions in close collaboration with cross-functional teams and prospects Manage Promotion - Develop and implement promotional plans that bring excitement among consumers and incremental sales. 4. Customer Complaints - Gain insights into Customer feedback to provide solutions and take quick corrective actions where needed. 5. Vendor Management - Vendor Evaluation, Selection and Commercial Negotiations for Price, Margins, Credit Terms, Delivery lead time, Returns, Stock Management, Product Quality and Overall Service - Establish collaborative retailer/supplier relationships to maximize income/terms/discounts & improve sales and profitability of category. - Conduct business review with vendors to achieve mutual profitable goals. Requirements and skills: - 5-7 years of quality experience in Category Management preferably in FMCG, F&B space. - Have good exposure to managing end-to-end lifecycle of new product development. - Consumer Centricity and Growth & Entrepreneurial Mindset - Commercial Awareness and familiarity with Market Research, Competition and Analytics. - Derive insights from Market as well as Data and use the same for Product Development, Improvements and Iterations - Ability to Multi-Task and Prioritize - Ability to collaborate - Hand-on approach, result focus and Go-getter - Self-starter and Innovation - Eye to Detailing - Curiosity & Creativity - Numerical & Analytical Ability - Excellent verbal and written communications skills - Strong listening, presentation and decision-making skills Salary: 15 lacs to 20 lacs

Job Description: As an expert in one or more Retail domain areas you would be responsible for managing and leading client projects on behalf of Infosys consulting helping them analyze various problems in the Retail domain area define vision strategy possible solutions and work with the larger technology organization to drive use case realization Key Responsibilities: Lead or be part of engagements to define vision and strategy for various Retail Clients including food grocery fashion home and furnishing quick service formats and that can include franchise run operations etc The area of work could be spread across the value chain i e Omni Channel Store Back office Operations Supply Chain Buying Merchandizing PLM Assortment Planning Demand Supply planning Pricing Promotions CRM Loyalty Store Location planning Retail Analytics etc Work closely with clients to understand the strategy and vision and define the process blueprint or detail the requirements for subsequent realization by technology teams Alternatively scan the retail operations identify key retail personas and come up with challenges and bottlenecks define process blueprint finalize TO BE capabilities and come up with a technology roadmap to address challenges and scale operations Research and benchmark different aspects of retail operations to suggest new innovations and best practices that helps retail brands stay ahead in the game Leverage and apply optimization techniques analytics AI ML scenario planning to improve retail operations measure and report on KPIs and deliver value Analyze possible process areas to identify problems challenges partner with technology arms of Infosys Ltd to ideate and drive Go to markets and proactively take it to clients and win deals for consulting Technical Requirements: MBA from Tier 1 or Tier 2 B school with minimum 5 years of experience in Retail Industry or Bachelor of Engineering from top Universities with minimum of 7 years of experience in Retail Operations Experience in one or more of the specified areas of Retail consulting running business functions or equivalent experience in Brick Mortar Omnichannel or ecommerce in Retail space Certification Specialization in Retail Operations Point of Sale store back office systems ERP Buying Merchandizing or Store Management is an added advantage Comfortable working with complex stakeholders set up Business Leads Business SME IT Teams Testing Architects and Market Teams Knowledge of Optimization techniques applying AI ML Automation or advanced analytics for smarter operations and productivity improvements is a plus Additional Responsibilities: Good communication skills and comfortable presenting to stakeholders at various organizational levels both in person and remotely Leadership skills are a plus Knowledge of IT Solutions oriented approach and entrepreneurial mindset Knowledge of Retail enterprise platforms ERP like Oracle SAP POS systems OMS platforms like Sterling Commerce Hybris etc Merchandizing Financial Planning Assortment planning tools Planograming tools Inventory management tools is a big plus Preferred Skills: Domain->Retail->Retail - ALL,Domain->Supply Chain Management->Supply Chain Collaboration,Technology->Finacle-CRM->CRM-RetailCIF,Technology->Supply Chain Management->Warehouse Management System

We are seeking an experienced candidates for Category Managers to lead and manage the growth of our FMCG private label product categories. Location: Hyderabad Experience: Between 12 - 17 Yrs Industry: Food & Grocery Retail Category Manager - Private Labels (FMCG ) This role is ideal for a strategic thinkers with deep expertise in product management, vendor relationships, and category growth in the food & grocery retail sector. Key Responsibilities - Oversee end-to-end category management, including pricing, promotions, product assortment, and stock levels. Identify and onboard new private label suppliers and manufacturers. Collaborate with internal teams like marketing, design, and operations to ensure product offerings align with customer needs. Conduct in-depth market analysis and competitor research to identify trends and new opportunities. Monitor category performance, sales growth, and profitability; create action plans for optimization. Manage P&L for assigned categories and ensure financial targets are met. Candidates with Similar Experience from Food & Grocery Retail Expertise can share their Updated CV's at careers@ratnadeep.com / WhatsApp only to 9100799923 (Please mention the Applying job role in Subject Line)

As a Business Transformation Consultant, you will serve as a client-facing practitioner who sells, leads and implements expert services utilizing the breadth of IBM's offerings and technologies. A successful Consultant is regarded by clients as a trusted business advisor who collaborates to provide innovative solutions used to solve the most challenging business problems. You will work on projects that help clients integrate strategy, process, technology, and information to increase effectiveness, reduce costs and improve profit and shareholder value. You can take advantage of opportunities to master new skills, work across different disciplines, move into new challenges and develop a robust understanding of different industries Required education Bachelor's Degree Preferred education Master's Degree Required technical and professional expertise Minimum of 3+ years professional industry hands-on experience as functional consultant on Supply Planning workstream with experience on assortment planning and merchandise planning on o9 platform is must. Preferably 2 to 3 implementation experience in o9 technologies Deep understanding of supply planning concepts. Working knowledge of Statistical, optimization, and simulation software tools and packages like R/JavaScript/python Good understanding of databases (SQL Server, MySQL Preferred technical and professional experience Experience with one or more languages like SQL, MDX, T-SQL, or similar is a plus Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel/PowerPoint for analysis and presentation Clear, crisp, and concise communication, and client facing skills

We're seeking an experienced professional to shape our sports apparel & accessories assortment. Join us to drive innovation across multiple sports categories! Key Responsibilities: Identify, source, and develop innovative sports apparel & accessories Manage end-to-end buying process: trend analysis, vendor negotiations, inventory management, and assortment planning Curate diverse product selection for sports like Cricket, Soccer, Golf, Pickleball, Basketball & Running Analyze market trends and data to inform strategic decisions Negotiate with vendors and build strong relationships Oversee inventory management and assortment planning Set up and enhance sports and kitting capabilities.(Entire Product Life Cycle) Requirements: NIFT graduate/PG (masters degree preferred) 7+ years experience in sports/activewear industry Proven track record in accessories buying and product development Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel for data analysis Deep understanding of domestic and import supplier base Strong analytical skills and trend forecasting ability Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills Detail-oriented with commitment to high-quality standards

About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager for Buying & Merchandising to oversee the entire product lifecycle for our lifestyle and sports product lines. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in product development, buying, and merchandising, with a particular focus on menswear. Key Responsibilities: Lead the product development process from concept to launch, ensuring alignment with brand standards and market trends. Conduct comprehensive market research to identify consumer preferences and emerging trends in lifestyle and sports products. Collaborate closely with design teams to create innovative products that meet consumer needs and enhance performance. Develop and implement long-term merchandising strategies that align with brand objectives and drive revenue growth. Analyze sales data and market trends to inform buying decisions and optimize product assortment. Manage budgets and financial aspects of the buying and merchandising process. Oversee product specifications and quality control throughout the development cycle. Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, stakeholders, and internal teams. Monitor product performance and adjust strategies based on sales data and consumer feedback. Qualifications : Graduate from NIFT or MBA equivalent with 11-14 years of experience in buying, merchandising, and product development. Proven experience in handling the menswear category, preferably with brands like Westside, Benetton, Puma, Uniqlo, or Adidas. Strong understanding of the entire product lifecycle, from creation to retail. Excellent eye for detail and ability to spot trends. Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and market insights. Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written. Demonstrated business acumen and strategic planning abilities. Creative mindset with a talent for product innovation. Experience in sports product development is a plus. Personal Attributes: Passion for fashion and sports (preferred). Strong leadership and team collaboration skills. Adaptability to fast-paced environments and changing market conditions. Problem-solving attitude with a focus on enhancing product performance. If you have a proven track record in buying and merchandising, with a keen eye for product development and a passion for creating innovative lifestyle and sports products, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity and share your CV on radhika@beanhr.com

Job purpose: To develop Business Unit (BU) strategy for the season with the (BU) merchandiser. To build the right offer to suit the customer profile and maximize full price sell through. To deliver in-season actions that maximize sales and profit opportunities Reporting to: Chief Manager - Buying Technical Skills Required: OTB Planning, Sell Thru, Range Planning Role & responsibilities To formulate a detailed plan on the products to be offered each quarter. Range presentation to sign off the BU plan with Buying and Merchandising Head Booking quantities of products to meet launch and respond to in season variables Generating analysis to be able to support buying decisions Reacting to sales Information and working with suppliers to revise production flows and maximize sales. Agreeing and reviewing targets for sales, margin, stock, commitment and availability. Assisting operating plan review and lessons learnt Completing catalogue intentions and IRP Managing the plans for all markdown periods Agreeing the range production plan with the manager and monitoring with suppliers Working with the supplier for the prompt input of flows to ensure alignment between production and commitment Production plans to manage MSI capacity Provide information to retail team to allow them to provide layout plans to stores Providing input into price point strategy for ranges Maintaining awareness of competitions product offer Planning, optimizing and reviewing the catalogue by shape of the chain. implementing and exploiting new systems and process Preferred candidate profile Experience in Menswear or Womenswear Fast Fashion Category . Local product development to address local requirements, gaps in the offer and margin opportunity Flow and phasing planning Product bought to plan Product delivered to critical path Managing the catalogue plan Plan to develop shorter lead time product in season Develop value fashion for tier 2 markets Work with VM and Marketing deliver and highlight the ‘look’. Maximize product opportunity in ‘peak selling’ e.g. gifting in Why Join Us? Be associated with a reputed brand. Gain valuable experience in a dynamic recruitment role. Opportunity to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Contact Information: If you are interested, please share your updated profile and you can connect with Kajal Fulwani on fulwanikajal8@gmail.com

Job Title: Category Manager VRO (AI-Driven Men's Marketplace) Location: Mumbai (On-site) Experience: 3-6 years Industry: E-commerce / D2C / Retail Tech Functional Area: Category Management / Vendor Management / E-commerce About VRO: VRO is India's first conversational AI-driven marketplace built exclusively for men - where discovery meets convenience. From grooming and fashion to wellness and personal care, we're building a smart platform that understands what men want and delivers it seamlessly. The Role: As one of our first category leaders, you'll work directly with the founders to build and scale the product catalogue across multiple categories. This is a category-agnostic, high- impact role with ownership across sourcing, pricing, vendor partnerships, and merchandising - all optimized for a conversational commerce experience. What You'll Do: Build the assortment across grooming, fashion, wellness, lifestyle, and more. Source and onboard vendors/brands aligned with our tech-enabled retail strategy. Drive category performance, pricing, promotions, and margin strategy. Shape digital merchandising for conversational commerce - think product tagging, bundles, and smart prompts. Work closely with product, tech, and marketing to enhance user journeys via AI flows. Track metrics, derive insights, and optimize constantly. What You Bring: 3-6 years in e-commerce, D2C, or category management. A sharp commercial mindset with P&L ownership experience. Comfort working across multiple product categories. Experience (or interest) in AI-driven or tech-led commerce models. A doer's mindset - builder energy, not playbook-only. Why VRO? Shape a first-of-its-kind platform at the intersection of AI and commerce. Work with founders from day one. Be part of a vision to redefine how Indian men shop.

Defining MBQs, monitoring topline and bottom-line of the business, stock availability, stock turnover, Category Assortment Expansion. Managing overall operations including Buying & Merchandising, Vendor Management, Demand Planning, Inventory Management, etc. Ensure Range Planning, Promotion Management, Planogram, ABV/Bill penetration & Vendor Fill rates. Steering merchandising efforts in harmony with the business objectives. Continuous follow up with the vendors and supplier for their company schemes for better buying. Controlling the inventory by reducing the slow moving products and introducing fast moving products. Handle the liquidation plans. Should be strong at National Sourcing & TOT Negotiation.

Key Responsibilities: Category Strategy & Planning: Define and drive the short- and long-term strategy for the Kids' Personal Care category. Identify trends, gaps, and opportunities through market and competitor analysis. Build and manage category calendar, including new launches, marketing tie-ups, and key campaigns. Assortment & Product Management: Curate a relevant, innovative, and profitable product assortment across skincare, haircare, hygiene, and bath essentials for kids. Regularly review and optimize the product mix based on performance and consumer insights. Vendor & Brand Management: Onboard and manage vendor relationships including negotiations on pricing, margins, and terms. Collaborate with national and regional brands to drive exclusive launches and in-store experiences. Sales & Performance Management: Track and analyze category performance against targets (revenue, margin, sell-through). Use consumer data and insights to make informed decisions and improve conversion and retention. Marketing & Promotions: Partner with the marketing team to conceptualize and execute category-level promotions and campaigns. Plan and manage trade promotions and seasonal campaigns to maximize ROI. In-store & Online Experience: Ensure seamless execution of merchandising and planograms in stores. Work closely with the e-commerce and digital teams to enhance online visibility and discoverability.

Landmark Group (Styli) is hiring for a qualified Merchandiser in Bangalore location. If you are looking for a challenging role to upskill your career, COME JOIN US! About STYLI STYLI is an e-commerce brand founded in 2019 by Landmark Group, emerging as one of the largest fashion and beauty platforms in the GCC and India. With a strong focus on trendy, affordable fashion and beauty products, STYLI brings over 40,000 styles to men, women, kids, and beauty enthusiasts, offering them the latest global trends delivered directly to their doorsteps. Our vision is to be the most aspirational value fast fashion and lifestyle destination, delivering seamless service excellence. We aim to create personalized experiences, engaging customers across all touchpoints, and continually expanding our curated selection to meet their evolving need states. STYLI has quickly become a dominant force in the e-commerce fashion space across the GCC - Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, and Kuwait and in India. Job Title: Merchandiser Reports to: Head Planning, Styli GCC Location: Bangalore, India Key Responsibilities: 1. Forecasting and Demand Planning: Analyze historical sales data and market trends to develop accurate demand forecasts for fashion products. Collaborate with merchandising and buying teams to align inventory levels with anticipated demand. 2. Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels and turnover rates to optimize inventory and reduce excess stock. Manage seasonal and promotional inventory planning to ensure product availability during peak periods. 3. Sales Analysis: Conduct regular analysis of sales performance, identifying top-selling items, slow movers, and trends. Prepare detailed reports on sales metrics, inventory status, and recommendations for improvement. 4. Assortment Planning: Assist in developing seasonal product assortments based on sales analysis, market research, and customer insights. Ensure a balanced product mix that aligns with brand strategy and customer preferences. 5. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including merchandising, marketing, and logistics, to ensure alignment on product launches and promotional strategies. Communicate effectively with suppliers to manage lead times and stock availability. 6. Pricing Strategy: Collaborate with the pricing team to analyze competitive pricing and implement effective pricing strategies. Monitor markdowns and promotions, ensuring they align with overall business goals. 7. Performance Monitoring: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory turnover, sales growth, and gross margin. Identify areas for improvement and present actionable insights to stakeholders. Qualifications: • Education: Bachelors degree in Fashion Merchandising, Engineering or MBA. Experience: Minimum 6 years of experience in OTB management, Assortment Planning, Preseason and In-season planning is a must Should be able to devise promotion strategies for the category to boost sales and carry out requisite pricing to achieve targets, manage ageing inventory within agreed markdown budgets Ability to monitor and manage the product- lifecycle of the category and maintain healthy sell through rates and stock covers • Skills: Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools. Familiarity with eCommerce platforms and inventory management systems. Excellent organizational and project management abilities. Effective communication skills, both verbal and written. Personal Attributes : Ability to work in a fast paced start up environment and be able to take decisions with limited resources is essential to succeed in this role Ability to extract, analyze, interpret and comprehend data from various data sources Good communication and relationship management skills Detail-oriented and results-driven. o Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically. Passionate about fashion and staying updated on industry trends. This role is essential for ensuring that the right products are available at the right time, maximizing sales potential while minimizing excess inventory.

Job Title: Visual Merchandising (VM) Manager Experience Range: 4 to 6 years Education Required: Graduate/Post Graduate Location: Store Role Skills Required: Customer focus Result orientation Team Building Routine management Analytical Skills Business Acumen Team Work Interpersonal Skills Ownership Attention to Detail Operational SOPs Customer Service Ability to work under pressure Communication Skills Commitment to Excellence Analytical Thinking Result Orientation Ownership mindset Key Responsibilities: Increase conversions through coordinated display of merchandise. Receive and comprehend briefs for all private label brands and related non-apparel modules for seasonal merchandising planograms. Identify 'Must-haves' and current trends in merchandise. Design and incorporate key visual elements, including styling of bust forms, mannequins, table displays, fixtures, and wall merchandising. Implement and maintain standards of merchandise presentation for all Kids wear categories – private label and new license brands. Coordinate and liaise with designers, VM Store Ops, and mock shop managers on specific plans for each cluster of stores. Prepare standard fixture modules, plan and calculate stock capacities for each module to determine display capacities. Innovate and adapt merchandising presentation plans based on module assortments. Visit competitor stores and blogs to gather insights on improving merchandise display, wardrobe looks, folding techniques, layering, mannequin display, and display density. Develop and maintain a knowledge base on merchandising best practices.

Develop and deliver insightful, data-driven reports and dashboards that evaluate the effectiveness of space planning strategies across categories and store formats. Analyze planogram performance and shelf space allocation to support category growth, maximize ROI, and improve in-store execution. Leverage tools like JDA/Blue Yonder, NIQ, Spins, and Circana to extract and interpret data, delivering actionable insights for merchandising and sales leadership. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine space planning initiatives based on data trends, market intelligence, and performance metrics. Monitor key KPIs, SLAs, and customer metrics to ensure alignment with business goals and continuous process improvement. Visualize complex data in a clear, engaging manner using Microsoft Power BI, Excel, and PowerPoint for both strategic and operational presentations. Ensure accuracy and consistency in planogram data and reporting outputs, supporting both internal stakeholders and external retail partners. Required education Bachelor's Degree Preferred education Master's Degree Required technical and professional expertise Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Business Analytics, or a related field. 4–6 years of experience in space planning analysis, data analytics, or retail reporting roles. Hhands-on experience with space planning tools (e.g., JDA/Blue Yonder, Apollo Retail), CPG reporting platforms (NIQ, Spins, Circana), and BI tools (Power BI, Excel). In-depth understanding of CPG & retail merchandising strategies, planogram design, and space-to-sales analysis. Preferred technical and professional experience Strong analytical mindset with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent communication, storytelling, and stakeholder engagement skills. Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced retail or CPG environment.

Mandatory Skills: Must have exp. in Category Management,online merchandising,Pricing Strategy. Should be from grocery/Staples background. Open to relocate for Bangalore. MBA from Tier 1 College(2018/2019 batch) If interested pls share your resume at suchitrayellowboxhr@gmail.com

Role: Manager Digital Category (Sell Side) Role & responsibilities: The incumbent will be responsible for all category management inputs such as selection and price competitiveness, in-stock, merchandizing, customer experience etc and outputs such as customer feedback and revenue. This is a critical and complex role that drives execution. The role directly influences senior leaders. Decisions are both strategic and tactical in nature and affect the overall direction of a work group and are pertinent to the operations of the electronics business on Croma.com and TataNeu. Scope of responsibility includes partner management, inventory management, marketing, pricing, team management and other day-to-day operational management activities for the Category. In this leadership position, the incumbent is expected to plan and execute relentlessly, allocate resources to achieve goals, anticipate bottlenecks and encourage risk taking to maximize long term business benefit while adjusting for tactical objectives. A. Business strategy & customer experience •Responsible for end-to-end category strategy and customer experience & offering, including selection and pricing on TataNeu •Owns and identifies business growth plan • Influences user experience and features for the category • Leverages partner and product teams to deliver to category objectives B. Business plan execution • Sets and measures goals and targets across sub-categories and functions •Drives improvements to business processes and ensures quality C. Financial accountability •Accountable for financial performance of the categories. Responsible for revenue, cost and investment D. Customer acquisition & retention •Responsible for customer acquisition and retention for the category • Innovates on behalf of customers - develops and drives category growth strategy E. Operations •Owns day-to-day category operations such as key partner negotiation/management, inventory management, pricing benchmarking, onsite merchandizing, etc. •Drives and measures quality in internal and external processes F. Organizational and people leadership •Has direct reporting responsibility for small team initially and is expected to grow to multiple teams over time (Leader of Leaders). • Influences across the company on behalf of the business and category.

Role: Manager Digital Category (Sell Side) Role & responsibilities: The incumbent will be responsible for all category management inputs such as selection and price competitiveness, in-stock, merchandizing, customer experience etc and outputs such as customer feedback and revenue. This is a critical and complex role that drives execution. The role directly influences senior leaders. Decisions are both strategic and tactical in nature and affect the overall direction of a work group and are pertinent to the operations of the electronics business on Croma.com and TataNeu. Scope of responsibility includes partner management, inventory management, marketing, pricing, team management and other day-to-day operational management activities for the Category. In this leadership position, the incumbent is expected to plan and execute relentlessly, allocate resources to achieve goals, anticipate bottlenecks and encourage risk taking to maximize long term business benefit while adjusting for tactical objectives. A. Business strategy & customer experience •Responsible for end-to-end category strategy and customer experience & offering, including selection and pricing on TataNeu •Owns and identifies business growth plan • Influences user experience and features for the category • Leverages partner and product teams to deliver to category objectives B. Business plan execution • Sets and measures goals and targets across sub-categories and functions •Drives improvements to business processes and ensures quality C. Financial accountability •Accountable for financial performance of the categories. Responsible for revenue, cost and investment D. Customer acquisition & retention •Responsible for customer acquisition and retention for the category • Innovates on behalf of customers - develops and drives category growth strategy E. Operations •Owns day-to-day category operations such as key partner negotiation/management, inventory management, pricing benchmarking, onsite merchandizing, etc. •Drives and measures quality in internal and external processes F. Organizational and people leadership •Has direct reporting responsibility for small team initially and is expected to grow to multiple teams over time (Leader of Leaders). • Influences across the company on behalf of the business and category.