Assistant Buyer

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• Mindful Souls B. V. :

  In FY23-24, VGL acquired Mindful Souls B. V. , a Netherlands-based e-commerce company specializing in subscription-based online sales of fashion jewelry, gemstones, and lifestyle products. This acquisition is expected to leverage VGLs sourcing and manufacturing strengths while enhancing digital business capabilities.
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Environmental and Social Responsibility:

VGL is committed to sustainable business practices and renewable energy initiatives. The companys SEZ unit in India received the Excellence Award for IGBC Performance Challenge 2021 for Green Built Environment, reflecting its dedication to environmental sustainability. VGLs Your Purchase Feeds. . . initiative has provided 87 million meals to school children in India, the US, and the UK. The company encourages employees to donate at least two hours each month to charitable causes, tracked through its performance system. VGL is also a Great Place to Work (GPTW) certified organization.

Shop LC Overview:

Shop LC Germany Overview:

Be the Value Leader in Electronic Retailing of Jewelry and Lifestyle Products.

To deliver one million meals per day to children in need by FY40 through our one-for-one meal program: your purchase feeds. . .

Our Core Values:

The Apparel Buyer plays a key role in sourcing, selecting, and delivering fashion products tailored for live TV shopping segments, online channels, and social platforms. This role involves trend analysis, vendor management, purchasing, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to execute compelling product presentations.

Core Responsibilities

• Source, select, and buy apparel and accessories aligned with customer trends and channel strategy
• Negotiate with suppliers on pricing, terms, and delivery to meet margins and commercial goals
• Analyze sales, inventory, and customer data to plan assortments and make informed reordering decisions
• Coordinate product presentation to merchandising, marketing, and live show teams to maximize platform impact
• Own purchase order and open-to-buy processes, ensuring data-driven planning and accurate inventory management
• Monitor product performance, vendor performance, and adjust strategy accordingly
• Attend trade shows or trend events to discover new styles and vendors in line with channel programming needs
• Support cross-functional teams including marketing, QC, ecommerce, and planning to ensure cohesive execution

Qualifications & Experience

• Strong familiarity with retail math: margins, open-to-buy, markdowns, KPI tracking

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills
• Proficient in Excel and presentation tools; experience with ERP or inventory systems is beneficial

Preferred Skills & Traits

• Creative and trend-conscious, with a strong understanding of fast-moving consumer preferences
• Ability to work under pressure and support fast turnaround shows or promotions
• Collaborative mindset with excellent vendor management and cross-functional teamwork
• Comfortable multitasking handling spreadsheets, trend research, and show planning
• Entrepreneurial spirit with the drive to innovate on product offerings aligned with live and digital commerce strategies