SEVORA is India’s first styling-led accessible-luxury fashion marketplace, pioneering the Try-Before-You-Buy model. We bring curated premium brands, stylist-led personalization, and seamless digital experiences to redefine fashion shopping as elegant, convenient, and risk-free. Role Overview The Buying & Sourcing Manager will build Sevora’s curated brand portfolio by sourcing ready-made clothing from established fashion brands and designers. You will ensure the right balance of affordable-luxury, premium, and aspirational brands while negotiating buying, SOR (Sale or Return), consignment, and exclusivity partnerships. This role demands a mix of trend sensitivity, commercial acumen, and strong brand/vendor relationships to deliver a profitable, fresh, and fashion-forward assortment that aligns with Sevora’s styling-led positioning. Key Responsibilities Buying & Sourcing Strategy Define and execute Sevora’s sourcing roadmap aligned with brand positioning and customer insights. Identify, evaluate, and onboard premium and affordable-luxury brands across categories. Negotiate buying, SOR, consignment, and exclusivity deals to optimize risk and profitability. Maintain compliance with quality, labeling, and sustainability standards. Assortment Planning & Forecasting Plan seasonal assortments based on trend forecasts, stylist inputs, and sales data. Create demand forecasts and OTB (Open-to-Buy) plans to manage budgets and inventory risk. Balance core, seasonal, and trending categories to drive discovery and repeat engagement. Commercial & Pricing Management Set margin targets, pricing structures, and markdown strategies. Monitor gross margins and negotiate favorable commercial terms with partners. Work with finance teams on budget allocation and spend control. Vendor & Partner Management Build strong partnerships with established brands, designers, and distributors. Structure vendor contracts covering pricing, credit, returns, and service levels. Conduct regular vendor performance reviews (sell-through, OTIF, returns, customer feedback). Partner with vendors for exclusive collections, capsule launches, and collaborations. Cross-functional Collaboration Work with stylists and visual merchandising to align sourcing with brand storytelling. Collaborate with logistics/ops to ensure on-time deliveries, returns, and reverse logistics under SOR. Partner with technology teams to enable smooth onboarding through vendor/ERP systems. Provide trend and product insights to marketing for campaign storytelling. Performance Monitoring & Optimization Track sell-through, gross margins, and contribution of sourced brands to revenue. Optimize sourcing mix through data-driven insights and customer feedback. Benchmark against competitors in pricing, assortment depth, and catalog freshness. Skills & Competencies Strong expertise in fashion buying & sourcing, including SOR/consignment models. Proven negotiation and relationship-building skills with premium fashion brands. Assortment planning and demand forecasting experience. Strong commercial mindset with pricing, margin, and budget management expertise. Familiarity with PLM/ERP systems and vendor onboarding platforms. Knowledge of sustainability, compliance, and ethical sourcing standards. Ability to balance creative curation with commercial targets. Trend awareness supported by tools like WGSN, Edited, or Heuritech. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Fashion Management, Merchandising, Business, or related field. 6–8 years of experience in buying/sourcing for fashion retail or e-commerce, ideally in affordable-luxury/premium categories. Experience negotiating SOR/consignment contracts and building strong vendor networks. Proven track record of assortment curation, margin management, and vendor partnerships. Exposure to premium fashion marketplaces (Myntra, Ajio, Tata Cliq, Nykaa Fashion, Reliance Brands, etc.) is a plus. KPIs & Success Metrics Brand Onboarding: Number and quality of brands onboarded aligned with Sevora’s positioning. Profitability: Gross margin %, markdown %, contribution to revenue. Vendor Performance: OTIF (On-Time-In-Full) %, sell-through rate, vendor review scores. Inventory & Risk: % of inventory under SOR/consignment vs outright purchase; reduction in deadstock. Customer Impact: Catalog freshness index, product discovery rates, product satisfaction scores. Operational Efficiency: Adherence to sourcing budgets and faster vendor onboarding cycles. Job Type: Full-time Pay: ₹80,000.00 - ₹120,000.00 per month Work Location: In person
As the Buying & Sourcing Manager at SEVORA, you will play a crucial role in building the curated brand portfolio by sourcing ready-made clothing from established fashion brands and designers. Your responsibilities will include ensuring the right balance of affordable-luxury, premium, and aspirational brands while negotiating buying, SOR (Sale or Return), consignment, and exclusivity partnerships. Your role will demand a mix of trend sensitivity, commercial acumen, and strong brand/vendor relationships to deliver a profitable, fresh, and fashion-forward assortment that aligns with SEVORA's styling-led positioning. **Key Responsibilities:** - Define and execute SEVORA's sourcing roadmap aligned with brand positioning and customer insights. - Identify, evaluate, and onboard premium and affordable-luxury brands across categories. - Negotiate buying, SOR, consignment, and exclusivity deals to optimize risk and profitability. - Maintain compliance with quality, labeling, and sustainability standards. **Assortment Planning & Forecasting:** - Plan seasonal assortments based on trend forecasts, stylist inputs, and sales data. - Create demand forecasts and OTB (Open-to-Buy) plans to manage budgets and inventory risk. - Balance core, seasonal, and trending categories to drive discovery and repeat engagement. **Commercial & Pricing Management:** - Set margin targets, pricing structures, and markdown strategies. - Monitor gross margins and negotiate favorable commercial terms with partners. - Work with finance teams on budget allocation and spend control. **Vendor & Partner Management:** - Build strong partnerships with established brands, designers, and distributors. - Structure vendor contracts covering pricing, credit, returns, and service levels. - Conduct regular vendor performance reviews (sell-through, OTIF, returns, customer feedback). **Cross-functional Collaboration:** - Work with stylists and visual merchandising to align sourcing with brand storytelling. - Collaborate with logistics/ops to ensure on-time deliveries, returns, and reverse logistics under SOR. - Partner with technology teams to enable smooth onboarding through vendor/ERP systems. - Provide trend and product insights to marketing for campaign storytelling. **Performance Monitoring & Optimization:** - Track sell-through, gross margins, and contribution of sourced brands to revenue. - Optimize sourcing mix through data-driven insights and customer feedback. - Benchmark against competitors in pricing, assortment depth, and catalog freshness. **Skills & Competencies:** - Strong expertise in fashion buying & sourcing, including SOR/consignment models. - Proven negotiation and relationship-building skills with premium fashion brands. - Assortment planning and demand forecasting experience. - Strong commercial mindset with pricing, margin, and budget management expertise. - Familiarity with PLM/ERP systems and vendor onboarding platforms. - Knowledge of sustainability, compliance, and ethical sourcing standards. - Ability to balance creative curation with commercial targets. - Trend awareness supported by tools like WGSN, Edited, or Heuritech. **Qualifications & Experience:** - Bachelors/Masters degree in Fashion Management, Merchandising, Business, or related field. - 6-8 years of experience in buying/sourcing for fashion retail or e-commerce, ideally in affordable-luxury/premium categories. - Experience negotiating SOR/consignment contracts and building strong vendor networks. - Proven track record of assortment curation, margin management, and vendor partnerships. - Exposure to premium fashion marketplaces (Myntra, Ajio, Tata Cliq, Nykaa Fashion, Reliance Brands, etc.) is a plus.,
SEVORA is India’s first styling-led accessible-luxury fashion marketplace, pioneering the Try-Before-You-Buy model. We combine curated premium brands, personalized styling, and seamless digital experiences to deliver fashion that is elegant, convenient, and risk-free. Role Overview The E-commerce Visual Merchandiser / Visual Designer will define how Sevora’s digital storefront—across website, app, and integrated channels—looks, feels, and flows. You’ll create visually compelling layouts, uphold merchandising standards, and ensure every touchpoint reflects Sevora’s luxury DNA while driving discovery, engagement, and conversions. This role demands a blend of creative flair, UX instincts, and data-driven optimization, leveraging AI-powered tools, personalization engines, and continuous experimentation. Key Responsibilities Visual Merchandising Strategy & Standards Develop visual merchandising guidelines and brand standards across all digital touchpoints. Use storytelling visuals and premium photography to inspire emotion and elevate perception. Ensure consistency across devices and channels (desktop, mobile, app, email, push, social). Storefront Layout & Optimization Craft visually appealing store layouts, category pages, and intuitive product placements to boost UX. Apply merchandising strategies (focal points, balance, contrast) to guide user attention. Structure smart categorization (brand, size, color, occasion, price) to improve discoverability. Visual Design & Campaign Execution Design all digital marketing and platform visuals including: Homepage & category banners, Product carousels & sliders, Landing pages for campaigns & promotions, Social media graphics aligned with platform campaigns Translate campaign themes into immersive layouts (lookbooks, banners, carousels) aligned with brand storytelling. Ensure all visuals adhere to luxury brand aesthetics, merchandising guidelines, and conversion best practices. Product Page & Asset Management Curate high-quality imagery and videos that simulate tactile experience. Ensure PDPs are optimized for conversion-driving visuals, styling, and cross-selling modules. UX Optimization & Personalization Collaborate with UX/design teams on navigation structures, sticky headers, faceted filters, and mobile-first layouts. Use AI personalization tools to deliver context-aware product recommendations. A/B test and deploy AI-driven adaptive layouts based on user behavior and segment insights. Continuous Improvement Analyze engagement, bounce rates, conversion funnels, and product discovery rates to refine merchandising. Use AI tools for real-time testing, heatmap tracking, and predictive analytics to guide decisions. Collect customer feedback to continuously improve the visual journey. Skills & Competencies Strong understanding of digital visual merchandising, UX, storytelling, and graphic design in fashion e-commerce. Expertise with Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Canva AI, Firefly, MidJourney, and similar AI-powered tools. Experience in motion graphics, campaign banners, and interactive visuals is a plus. Familiarity with AI-driven personalization platforms (Dynamic Yield, Vue.ai, Algonomy). Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data into visual/UX optimizations. High attention to detail and luxury aesthetic sensibility. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Provident Fund Work Location: In person
SEVORA is India’s first styling-led accessible-luxury fashion marketplace, pioneering the Try-Before-You-Buy model. We combine curated premium brands, personalized styling, and seamless digital experiences to deliver fashion that is elegant, convenient, and risk-free. Role Overview The E-commerce Visual Merchandiser / Visual Designer will define how Sevora’s digital storefront—across website, app, and integrated channels—looks, feels, and flows. You’ll create visually compelling layouts, uphold merchandising standards, and ensure every touchpoint reflects Sevora’s luxury DNA while driving discovery, engagement, and conversions. This role demands a blend of creative flair, UX instincts, and data-driven optimization, leveraging AI-powered tools, personalization engines, and continuous experimentation. Key Responsibilities Visual Merchandising Strategy & Standards Develop visual merchandising guidelines and brand standards across all digital touchpoints. Use storytelling visuals and premium photography to inspire emotion and elevate perception. Ensure consistency across devices and channels (desktop, mobile, app, email, push, social). Storefront Layout & Optimization Craft visually appealing store layouts, category pages, and intuitive product placements to boost UX. Apply merchandising strategies (focal points, balance, contrast) to guide user attention. Structure smart categorization (brand, size, color, occasion, price) to improve discoverability. Visual Design & Campaign Execution Design all digital marketing and platform visuals including: Homepage & category banners, Product carousels & sliders, Landing pages for campaigns & promotions, Social media graphics aligned with platform campaigns Translate campaign themes into immersive layouts (lookbooks, banners, carousels) aligned with brand storytelling. Ensure all visuals adhere to luxury brand aesthetics, merchandising guidelines, and conversion best practices. Product Page & Asset Management Curate high-quality imagery and videos that simulate tactile experience. Ensure PDPs are optimized for conversion-driving visuals, styling, and cross-selling modules. UX Optimization & Personalization Collaborate with UX/design teams on navigation structures, sticky headers, faceted filters, and mobile-first layouts. Use AI personalization tools to deliver context-aware product recommendations. A/B test and deploy AI-driven adaptive layouts based on user behavior and segment insights. Continuous Improvement Analyze engagement, bounce rates, conversion funnels, and product discovery rates to refine merchandising. Use AI tools for real-time testing, heatmap tracking, and predictive analytics to guide decisions. Collect customer feedback to continuously improve the visual journey. Skills & Competencies Strong understanding of digital visual merchandising, UX, storytelling, and graphic design in fashion e-commerce. Expertise with Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Canva AI, Firefly, MidJourney, and similar AI-powered tools. Experience in motion graphics, campaign banners, and interactive visuals is a plus. Familiarity with AI-driven personalization platforms (Dynamic Yield, Vue.ai, Algonomy). Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data into visual/UX optimizations. High attention to detail and luxury aesthetic sensibility. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Provident Fund Work Location: In person