Buyer cum Merchandiser

The Retail Buyer cum Merchandiser is responsible for end-to-end buying and procurement of products that meet the company’s sales targets, brand positioning, and customer demands. This role plays a crucial part in selecting the right product mix, maintaining optimal stock levels, managing supplier relationships, and supporting retail growth through strategic assortment planning.

You will handle both high-level product selection and the operational execution of purchasing activities — ensuring the right products are available at the right time, in the right quantity, and at the right cost.

1. Buying & Product Selection

• Identify and evaluate products that fit the retail brand's target market, trends, and business goals.
• Source new products and brands to continuously refresh assortment and meet evolving consumer preferences.
• Work with the marketing and retail team to plan product launches, bundle sets, or campaign-featured items.
• Plan assortments by store and seasonality.
• Monitor sell-through performance and adjust replenishment / markdown strategies.
• Work closely with marketing and retail operations to align on product launches, campaigns, and promotions.
• Ensure visual merchandising standards are met to highlight key products and drive sales.
• Liaise and negotiate with suppliers on pricing, MOQ, lead time, payment terms, and exclusivity where applicable.
• Build long-term relationships with key suppliers and maintain a reliable vendor pool.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage quality-related feedback or issues.

4. Procurement & Order Management

5. Inventory Planning & Stock Replenishment

6. Cost & Margin Management

7. Reporting & Analysis

Requirements

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