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1. Purpose of the Role To ensure that our chain of 100+ stores are consistently stocked with the right products at the right time, preventing stockouts and overstocking. This role helps maintain product availability, optimize sales, and enhance the customer shopping experience by keeping inventory levels aligned with demand. 2. Activities Performed by the Role Inventory Management: Monitoring stock levels and ensure assortment availability Analyzing sales data to understand which SKUs are performing well and which ones aren’t, and modify replenishment strategies accordingly to maximize sales Order Management: a. Demand Forecasting for Own Branded products b. Monthly / Fortnightly ordering cycle for Direct to Store Orders Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders a. Work closely with store ops for resolution of discrepancies/ customer requirements/ stock acceptance etc. b. Coordinate with Vendors to ensure timely delivery of POs and resolve any issues related to orders (MOQs/ Lead time/ Fill rate) Maintain and drive Make In India Mix for your sections and ensure adherence to Margin targets as per Target Ensure Newness / Freshness is deployed on time; quick turnaround on replenishment basis product performance 3. Key Performance Indicators & Outcomes: Deliver Budgeted NSV & GM% Effective Inventory Management ,Make in India Mix and Vendor Management Ensuring Freshness availability as per set %age Inventory covers to be in advance Assortment availability Order Creation and Stakeholder Management - Internal and External 4. Organization Merchandiser would be part of the Buying & Merchandising Team The team comprises of Buying & Planning Head, Category leads, 4 category planners & 4 merchandisers

About Us: Established in the year 2007, Reliance Brands Limited is an investment arm of Reliance Industries that began with a mandate to launch and build international and domestic brand equity in India. Over 15 years of rich experience catering to the segments of luxury, bridge-to-luxury, high-premium and high-street lifestyle, RBL has built a great understanding of the psyche of the Indian Consumer. With corporate offices in Gurgaon, Mumbai & Bangalore, RBL now operates over 100 brands spread over across the country and also own the retail concept stores The Tank & The White Crow across the country. In May 2019, RBL marked its first international foray by acquiring the British toy retailer, Hamleys. Globally Hamleys has 201 doors across 17 countries. In May 2019, RBL marked its first international foray by acquiring the British toy retailer, Hamleys. Globally Hamleys has 201 doors across 17 countries. In the same year, RBL also unveiled its multi-brand outlet The White Crow that showcases a unique curation of over 44 premium brands. JOB DETAILS: Position – Lead Planner Key Responsibilities – Develops and manages OTB plans based on business projections. Monitors inventory levels to ensure optimal stock distribution. Oversees store allocations to maximize sales potential. Plan liquidation of old stock along with Merch. Be responsible for P&L. Generate and analyse inventory and sales reports. Provide feedback on inventory health at various stores, circulate periodic reports like sell through, top sellers, slow movers, size set availability etc. Desired Functional and Behavioural Skills- Must have good analytical skills and detailing. Ability to respond to changes in the market. Forecasting skills and the ability to determine sales trends in the market Good economic sense with strong budgetary controls. Good networking skills Good brands and product appreciation in respective category. Education & Experience Required- Minimum 10 years of experience of handling single or multiple store in premium/luxury segment. Analyse market and delivery systems to assess present and future material availability. Liaise with the buyer, store teams and logistics to ensure products are on the move – to meet the sales targets. Demonstrate strong business understanding with flair for fashion retailing. Ability to communicate effectively and influence buying decisions. In line with the social media post content for easy recall & uniformity in RBL language The Pink Ribbon on the packaging: We at RBL are committed to diversity in its workforce and are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In an attempt to bring out the best out of its employees, RBL allows Early Leadership opportunities and promotes Entrepreneurship capabilities, and keeps the invisible threads that connect the RBL family together through the many RBL rituals conducted through the year

Job Summary: The Category Head / Buying Head will be responsible for leading the end-to-end category strategy, assortment planning, vendor management, and performance of the assigned category. The role requires a deep understanding of customer behavior, market trends, and strong negotiation and leadership skills to drive business growth and profitability. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement category strategies aligned with company goals and consumer trends. Lead a team of buyers and category managers to curate a competitive and profitable product assortment. Analyze market and consumer trends to identify new opportunities and gaps in the category. Drive pricing, promotion, and assortment strategies to maximize sales and margin. Negotiate with vendors and suppliers for the best terms (price, delivery, payment). Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure product availability and service levels. Track and manage category performance metrics including revenue, gross margin, inventory turns, and sell-through rates. Collaborate with marketing, supply chain, operations, and e-commerce teams to ensure seamless execution of category plans. Optimize inventory levels and reduce aging stock through efficient planning and exit strategies. Conduct regular competitor benchmarking and maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends. Key Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Management, Supply Chain, or related field. MBA preferred. 1518 years of experience in category management, buying, or merchandising, preferably in fashion/e-commerce/Retail. Proven track record of P&L ownership and delivering category growth. Strong analytical, negotiation, and leadership skills. Excellent understanding of retail/e-commerce dynamics and customer preferences. Proficiency in tools like Excel, ERP systems, and BI tools. Preferred Qualities: Strategic mindset with hands-on execution ability. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. High adaptability in a fast-paced environment. Data-driven decision maker. You can also drop your resume or get in touch on sahil.pathi@v2kart.com / +91 9870296850

Work location- Bangalore (Return to office from day one) In this role, you will be responsible for optimizing category and product spacing and placement within retail stores, using analytical and creative skills to ensure right allocation of space and flow of merchandise. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, analyzing data, and implementing strategies to maximize the use of physical retail spaces. Responsibilities Accountable for ensuring accurate implementation of Space planning strategies and activities carried out by the team. Ensuring right space allocations to maintain right flows and adjacencies Ensure compliance with the established internal control procedures Manages, maintains, reviews, and improves the SLAs, critical metrics and other Business and Customer Metrics in line with our business strategies. Ensure team is trained on all corporate/process and skill-based trainings and knowledge retention and improvement in the team Review the SOP Documentation and content creation/improvement. Pro-actively identify the issues or client needs and act Lead the monthly governance meeting with the clients, process leader and maintains a strong client relationship with the key stakeholders Drive continuous improvement, Process optimization, implement process standardization, simplification, and automation to enable efficient and effective delivery of Space planning capabilities. Lead, coach, and develop a team of Members aimed at delivering highly productive processes and programs. Performance management: To observe, assess & record Team member performance on key metrics and leverage this data for pay & hike recommendations. Succession planning: To identify, plan & activate back-ups in cases of Team member movement, attrition etc. via timely training & coaching. Leads and supports the operations and governance inclusive of people, process, policies and oversees systems maintenance. Tools and Technology Space Planning Software: JDA/Blue Yonder Space Planning/ Relex Solutions/Nexgen/ Dotactiv/ Apollo Retail or any other industry specific space planning tools Data Analytics and Visualization: Microsoft Excel, Tableau, Power BI Qualifications we seek in you! Minimum Qualifications Bachelors or Master’s in Retail/Operations Management/B.Arch/BE Civil/Interior designing. Prior retail/Space planning/ Operations experience Preferred Qualifications/ Skills Ability to execute and follow through on high-quality output, with limited oversight. Exceptional analytical & problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and ability to make data-backed decisions Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Ability to execute and follow through on high-quality output Strong verbal & written communication skills. People management experience

Seeking a results-driven Retail Planning Manager with formal menswear expertise to optimize inventory, drive sell-through, and lead planning across EBOs, SIS, and online channels through data-led strategies.