Head - Merchandising and Buying

3 years

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Job Description

Started by graduates of SRCC, LSR, and ISB, we are one of the fastest-growing fashion accessories brands in India

Within 3 years of operations, we've fulfilled more than 600,000+ orders


Here is your chance to be a part of the core team of a young and energetic startup, as we build this rocketship


We are a team of young, bold and energetic people who are looking to create a go to destination for all things fashion accessories

So, Here is your chance to be a part of the core team, as we set sail for our 10-100 growth Journey



Role Overview:

Head Buyer & Merchandiser

The ideal candidate blends strong fashion sensibility with analytical and commercial acumen, and has a sharp eye for both Indian and global trends.. The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of fashion retail, category management, and customer-centric planning strategies to optimize product visibility, stock movement, and market positioning.


Key Responsibilities


Trend & Product Strategy

  • Define the seasonal and long-term product roadmap in line with brand vision and market trends.
  • Track and translate emerging

    global and Indian fashion trends

    into winning product lines.

Design & Buying Leadership

  • Lead and mentor the

    design and buying teams

    to create trend-relevant, high-margin collections.
  • Oversee

    concept development, sampling, approvals

    , and product launches across jewellery and accessories.
  • Build and manage

    vendor relationships

    , negotiate MOQs, costs, and delivery timelines.

Merchandising & Analytics

  • Own

    range planning, assortment optimisation, and lifecycle management

    for 3000+ SKUs.
  • Use data to drive

    reorders, replenishments, and product retirement

    to maximise sell-through and profitability.
  • Collaborate with marketing and revenue teams on

    pricing and margin strategy

    .

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work with operations, supply chain, and marketplace teams to ensure

    on-time launches and inventory health

    .
  • Provide insights to growth and creative teams for campaigns and drops.



Requirements:

  • 6–12 years of experience in

    fashion buying, merchandising, or product leadership

    in

    accessories, lifestyle, or apparel

    .
  • Proven ability to

    spot trends and build commercially successful collections

    .
  • Strong

    analytical and inventory-planning skills

    for reorders and demand forecasting.
  • Excellent

    vendor negotiation and sourcing network

    (domestic and international).
  • Demonstrated success in

    leading design and buying teams

    .
  • Comfort working in a

    fast-paced, high-SKU e-commerce environment

    .
  • Bonus: Familiarity with

    technology or AI-driven product planning tools

    .
  • Preferred Fashion / Apparel / Retail Industry background
  • NIFT or similar fashion/merchandising educational background is a plus.
  • This is a work-from-office role - You should be willing to travel to Okhla, Delhi



Benefits:

  • Work with a dynamic, young team dedicated to innovation and excellence.
  • Be part of building a cutting-edge startup with a mission to disrupt the industry.
  • Engage in a culture that values initiative and leadership.


Above all, we are looking for someone who is cheerful and has positive energy, and we ensure that it will never feel like work to you


Please Note: We have attached a google form that might take 15-20 minutes to fill. This is to ensure that we don't waste your time going ahead and have all the relevant information beforehand

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