Merchandising Specialist - Senior Associate / Team Leader - Chennai - GO/JC/2020/2025

Job Title � Merchandising Specialist � Senior Associate/Team lead � Chennai

Candidate Role & Responsibilities

3-8 Years experience in Category Specialist � Merchandising (with Buyer Assistance) plays a key role in supporting the execution of category strategies, assortment planning, product lifecycle management, and supplier coordination.This role assists buyers in operational and analytical tasks and ensures that merchandise plans align with financial targets and customer demand, contributing to an optimized in-store and online experience in the retail sector.Strong retail KPI acumen with ability to dive deep with Planning and AllocationStrong creative eye with ability to partner closely with Design on product excellencePassion about the retail industryInnovation obsessed with a focus on delivering what�s next in retail for consumersExperience managing and developing direct reports in an environment that embraces individual momentumExcellent communication skills, both verbally and digitallyCategory Merchandising ExecutionSupport the development and execution of merchandise plans for assigned categories.Assist in seasonal range planning, assortment optimization, and visual merchandising alignment.Analyse product performance to recommend adjustments to mix, pricing, and placement.Buyer AssistanceProvide day-to-day operational support to Buyers and Category Managers who are based in Onshore.Assist in product setup, item creation, cost entry, and vendor onboarding in merchandising systems.Support in developing and maintaining seasonal line sheets and assortment plans.Inventory & Assortment ManagementMonitor stock levels, sell-through rates, and suggest reorders or markdowns based on performance.Collaborate with planning teams to manage stock allocations and replenishment strategies.Identify slow-moving or out-of-stock products and work with relevant teams to resolve issues.Merchandising Analytics & ReportingGenerate reports on category performance (sales, margins, inventory health).flexible working in night shifts

Skills Required

RoleMerchandising Specialist - Senior Associate / Team Leader - ChennaiIndustry TypeITES/BPO/KPOFunctional AreaRequired EducationEmployment TypeFull Time, PermanentKey Skills

• MERCHANDISING SPECIALIST
• ORDERS MANAGEMENT
• P R ODUC T MANA GEM ENT
• PROMOTIONS
  

Other Information
Job CodeGO/JC/2020/2025Recruiter Namesaravanan P