Suvasa Apparel and Furnishing Pvt. Ltd. SUVASA is a leading Apparel & Lifestyle brand known for its innovative designs and customer-focused approach. We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Visual Merchandiser to join our dynamic team. This is a great opportunity for fresh graduates or individuals looking to kick-start their career in visual merchandising and retail design. We are seeking a talented and ambitious Assistant Sales Manager to join our team and contribute to the growth of our luxury brand presence. This is a chance to elevate your career and make a significant impact. Job Requirements – Assistant Sales Manager (Retail Store) Key Skills: Sales and Negotiation Expertise: Strong ability to drive sales through persuasive communication, upselling, and cross-selling techniques. Customer Service Excellence: Committed to delivering a superior shopping experience, resolving customer issues effectively, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. Outstanding Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in English and Hindi; proficiency in Punjabi is a strong advantage for engaging with a diverse customer base. Team Leadership & Mentorship: Demonstrated capability in leading, motivating, and coaching junior staff to enhance performance and team collaboration. Order Management & Follow-Up: Highly disciplined in following up on customer orders, ensuring timely delivery, and managing post-sale communication. Conflict Resolution: Skilled in handling customer complaints or staff issues with professionalism and diplomacy. Operational Proficiency: Hands-on experience in handling day-to-day retail operations including inventory management, visual merchandising, billing, and store cleanliness. Data Analysis & Reporting: Proficient in Microsoft Excel and POS systems for analyzing sales trends, preparing performance reports, and monitoring KPIs. Time Management & Multitasking: Excellent ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and handle multiple responsibilities in a busy retail environment. Core Competencies: Target-Driven: A strong focus on achieving sales targets and business objectives with a proactive, results-oriented mindset. Decision-Making: Able to make sound operational and customer service decisions under pressure. Attention to Detail: Ensures high standards in merchandising, store presentation, and operational accuracy. Strategic Thinking: Ability to identify opportunities for growth, customer engagement, and process improvements to enhance overall store performance. Self-Motivated: Ability to work independently and take initiative without constant supervision. Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving retail environment with changing priorities and customer needs. Qualifications & Requirements: * Graduate degree. * Minimum 2+ years of proven experience on retail floors, specifically with luxury brands. * Background in Retail, Hotel, or Aviation Industry preferred. * Excellent communication in English, Hindi and preferably Punjabi. * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. * Strong analytical skills to interpret sales performance metrics. * Candidates from Chandigarh or other locations are welcome to apply. Salary : As per company standard. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Please send your resume to suvasa.kalyani@suvasa.in or WhatsApp +91 95600 33822 Show more Show less
About Suvasa Apparel and Furnishing With nearly 25 years of exquisite craftsmanship, Suvasa has been transforming designs into cherished experiences. Our distinctive style, marked by vibrant colors and playful details, captures timeless elegance. Rooted in an erstwhile thikana called Dundlod, we offer a sublime fusion of beauty in both apparel and home décor. Our celebrated block prints have graced countless homes across India, infusing daily life with grace and joy. Visit any of our 12 boutique stores to discover the allure of our creations, where Suvasa seamlessly blends classic charm with contemporary sophistication, providing clothing that enhances and home furnishings that elevate any space. Job Summary: We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Inventory Planning & Category Manager to oversee the inventory strategy, stock optimization, and category performance across our retail stores. This role is critical in maintaining stock availability, improving inventory turns, supporting store performance, and driving gross profit through data-driven decision-making and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Key Responsibilities: Inventory & Stock Management Monitor stock levels across stores to ensure they are within prescribed company norms. Maintain optimal stock cover and stock turns to prevent stockouts or overstocking. Coordinate allocation and replenishment to stores based on capacity and customer profiles. Track and manage stock at the product warehouse and store locations. Ensure timely stock rotation across stores and warehouses to maintain freshness and relevance. Avoid write-offs by maintaining efficient inventory levels. Sales & Category Performance Monitor and evaluate category-wise and store-wise performance to drive sales. Analyze sales reports and provide actionable insights. Prepare monthly ISQ (Ideal Stock Quantity) plans by value and volume. Identify fast- and slow-moving SKUs and revise replenishment strategies accordingly. Drive category performance by proposing an annual discounting strategy. Product Lifecycle Management Manage New Product Introductions, packaging changes, and phase-outs in collaboration with marketing, procurement, and supply chain. Coordinate with cross-functional teams for timely and successful product launches. Costing & Profitability Review SKU-level costings to ensure targeted Gross Profit (GP) margins are maintained. Forecasting & Planning Lead demand forecasting for products using historical data and market trends. Generate and analyze inventory reports to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement. Key Requirements: Experience: Minimum 4 years in inventory management, merchandising, category management, or supply chain planning in a retail or FMCG environment. Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Retail Management, or related field. MBA is a plus. Skills: Strong analytical and forecasting abilities. Proficiency in MS Excel and inventory management systems. Excellent coordination and communication skills. Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic retail environment. What We Offer: Opportunity to work with a fast-growing retail chain. Dynamic work environment with cross-functional exposure. Competitive compensation and benefits package. Growth and leadership opportunities in supply chain & merchandising. How to Apply Please send your resume, along with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience, to suvasa.anura@suvasa.in. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
As an Inventory Planning & Category Manager at Suvasa Apparel and Furnishing, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the inventory strategy, stock optimization, and category performance across our retail stores. Your responsibilities will include monitoring stock levels, maintaining optimal stock cover, coordinating allocation and replenishment, analyzing category-wise and store-wise performance, managing product lifecycle, reviewing costings, leading demand forecasting, and generating inventory reports for improvement opportunities. Your key responsibilities will involve ensuring stock availability, improving inventory turns, supporting store performance, and driving gross profit through data-driven decision-making and collaboration with cross-functional teams. You will be required to maintain efficient inventory levels, track and manage stock at warehouses and store locations, drive category performance through strategic discounting, and collaborate with marketing, procurement, and supply chain teams for successful product launches. To be successful in this role, you should have a minimum of 4 years of experience in inventory management, merchandising, category management, or supply chain planning in a retail or FMCG environment. A Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Retail Management, or a related field is required, and an MBA is considered a plus. Strong analytical and forecasting abilities, proficiency in MS Excel and inventory management systems, excellent coordination and communication skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills are essential for this position. At Suvasa, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-growing retail chain with a dynamic work environment and cross-functional exposure. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package along with growth and leadership opportunities in supply chain & merchandising. To apply for this position, please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to suvasa.anura@suvasa.in. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.,