Designation: Category Manager Reporting to: Director Location: Ruby, Kolkata Salary: 20 to 24 LPA Key Responsibilities: Create an assortment and buying plan per season. Procurement of products as per buying plan. Identification and selection of new vendors. Product Development based on market samples and market trends. Co-ordination with vendors to ensure timely delivery. Supply Chain Management so that stock gaps can be avoided. Managing a team to ensure smooth procurement of products. Regular data analysis to identify stock movement. Responsible to ensure appropriate inventory levels at a company level. Education/Qualifications: Any Graduation/Post Graduation. Experience: 10 to 12 Years in Apparel / Garments retail sector. Knowledge/Skills: Ability to take initiative, prioritize work, adhere to deadlines and take day-to-day operational decisions. Good written and verbal communication. Well versed in reviewing reports. Behaviors: Ability to work cooperatively and in collaboration with others. Capable of resolving differences without conflict.  Resilience to work under pressure. Show more Show less

Job Title: Business Development-Manager. Location: Kolkata Job Type: Full-time KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Market Intelligence & Strategy Development: Conduct deep-dive market studies to identify high-potential zones for expansion, especially suited for large format retail stores. Benchmark industry practices, track competitor movements, and derive insights on consumer patterns to drive location-based strategy. Actively participate in strategic planning and decision-making processes regarding expansion priorities. 2. New Store Development (Large Format Focus): End-to-end ownership of new large format store launches – from site identification, feasibility studies, and acquisition to final handover. Liaise with internal stakeholders including Projects, Operations, Finance, and Marketing to ensure timelines, budgets, and quality benchmarks are met. Develop activation plans to ensure a strong opening footfall for new store locations. 3. Commercial Negotiations & Stakeholder Management: Engage with landlords, property developers, and IPCs to negotiate optimal lease terms for high-value locations. Manage all commercial agreements and ensure compliance with internal legal and finance teams. Build a strong vendor network to support timely and cost-efficient setup of large-format outlets. QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Minimum 8–12 years in business development, preferably within large format retail environments (fashion/apparel/grocery/hypermarkets). Should have played an active role in business decision-making related to expansion or new market entries. Educational Qualification: Bachelor's in Business/Marketing; MBA preferred. Strong commercial acumen, negotiation capabilities, and project leadership experience. Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills. SALARY: Up to 10–15 LPA (based on experience and competency fit)