Experience : 8-10 years of experience in apparel sourcing and merchandising & at least 3-5 year of managerial experience across Men's, Ladies, and Kids categories.
Qualification : Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Merchandising, Textile Engineering, or Business Management.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Seasonal Planning and Strategy :
- Develop seasonal sourcing plans in alignment with design, sales, and business targets.
- Collaborate with supplier and sales teams to analyze past trends and forecast demand for each category.
- Ensure timely availability of new collections based on trends and customer preferences
2. Design Coordination :
- Work with designers, Vendors to translate ideas into commercially viable products.
- Ensure designs meet quality standards, cost parameters, and delivery timelines.
3.Sales Projections and Monitoring :
- Analyze market trends, customer behavior, and sales data to forecast demand accurately.
- Prepare sales projections for each category and adjust sourcing strategies as required.
- Monitor category-wise sales performance to identify areas of improvement.
4. Vendor Management :
- Identify, onboard, and manage vendors to ensure high-quality production and timely deliveries.
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and lead times with vendors while maintaining cost-efficiency.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors for long-term collaboration.
5. Vendor Development :
- Develop new vendor partnerships to expand sourcing options and reduce dependency on existing suppliers. Ensure vendors adhere to ethical practices, compliance standards, and quality norms.
- Conduct vendor audits and evaluations to ensure continuous improvement.
6. Product Development and Costing :
- Oversee sampling and approvals for all categories.
- Ensure product costs are competitive and within planned budgets without compromising on quality.
7. Production and Quality Assurance :
- Monitor production schedules and ensure timely handover to the supply chain.
- Conduct quality checks during production and pre-shipment inspections to maintain standards.
8. Market Intelligence and Trend Analysis :
- Stay updated on global fashion trends, fabric innovations, and the competitive landscape.
- Leverage market insights to make informed sourcing and product decisions.
If you are interested so please share me your cv at : capitalplacement02@gmail.com
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