Senior Apparel Merchandiser (Upto 60K/ 2 year bond contract)

Delhi

**About the Opportunity** A fast-scaling player in the global fashion \& apparel retail sector, we drive end-to-end merchandise strategy for leading lifestyle brands across India and international markets. Our merchandising team translates consumer insights, trend forecasting, and sales analytics into profitable product assortments---balancing inventory velocity, margin targets, and seasonal calendars to maximize revenue across omnichannel platforms. We work at the intersection of data, design, and demand---empowering agile, insight-led decision-making from concept to cash. **Role \& Responsibilities** * Lead seasonal merchandise planning and assortment strategy across categories, aligning with brand positioning, inventory goals, and regional demand signals. * Collaborate with design, buying, and supply chain teams to ensure on-time delivery of products, optimal stock levels, and markdown efficiency. * Monitor sell-through, OTB (Open-to-Buy), and stock turns to adjust purchasing and replenishment plans in real-time. * Analyze sales trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to refine product mix, pricing, and promotional strategies. * Prepare and present merchandise performance dashboards \& forecasts to senior leadership for strategic alignment and resource allocation. * Manage vendor relationships and negotiate terms to ensure cost efficiency, quality compliance, and supply chain resilience. **Skills \& Qualifications** * **Must-Have** * Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP, Dashboarding) * ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle Retail, or similar) * OTB Planning * Assortment Planning * Merchandise Budgeting * Sell-Through Analysis * Inventory Turn Optimization * Vendor Negotiation * **Preferred** * Experience with Planogram or Space Management tools * Familiarity with WMS or POS analytics platforms * Knowledge of D2C or E-commerce merchandising models **Benefits \& Culture Highlights** * Competitive CTC up to ₹60K/month with performance-linked incentives * 2-year bond contract with clear growth pathway to senior merchandising leadership * On-site collaborative culture with cross-functional exposure across design, supply chain, and retail ops