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Senior Manager - Buying / Merchandising & Product Development
Bean HRMumbai, India30+ days ago
Job descriptionCreate and execute seasonal buying strategies aligned with brand vision and sales objectives. Curate optimized assortments and manage inventory levels through insights from sales data and market trends. Oversee cost negotiations, FOB targets, and margin controls to ensure product profitability. Support seasonal go-to-market strategies and retail calendar alignment. Conduct in-depth research, competitive benchmarking, and forecast trends across menswear lifestyle and activewear. Work closely with design and planning teams to co-develop commercially viable product lines. Partner with cross-functional teams including sourcing, planning, engineering, marketing, and visual merchandising. Align with quality and compliance teams to meet technical, safety, and regulatory standards. Source and manage vendor relationships for raw materials and finished goods production. Ensure on-time delivery, product quality, and compliance with ethical sourcing practices. Evaluate vendor performance and strengthen supply chain agility. Drive product timelines to meet development milestones and seasonal calendars. Mentor and lead internal team members to ensure consistent execution and foster a culture of innovation. Deep understanding of garment construction, fabrics, PLM systems. Skilled in Adobe Illustrator, Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis tools. Strong commercial sense : financial planning, pricing, cost optimization, and profitability tracking. Strong data interpretation and forecasting capabilities. Effective stakeholder management, team leadership, and negotiation skills.
Position : Senior Manager - Buying, Merchandising & Product Development (Menswear / Sportswear).
Location : Mumbai.
Experience : 10+Years.
Industry Background : Fashion / Retail / Apparel - Menswear, Lifestyle, and Sportswear.
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager - Buying, Merchandising & Product Development to lead the full product lifecycle for our menswear lifestyle / sportswear categories.
This high-impact role demands a blend of creative direction, commercial intelligence, and technical depth.
The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in product creation, merchandising strategy, and buying, with a passion for developing consumer-focused collections that drive business growth and reflect evolving market trends.
Key Responsibilities
Product Development & Lifecycle Management
- Lead the product journey from concept to in-store launch : including sampling, pre-production, and commercialization.
- Translate brand vision and trend insights into innovative, high-performance, and well-fitted menswear collections.
- Own technical packages : including construction specs, material selections, performance attributes, and quality standards.
- Evaluate post-launch product performance and implement improvements based on feedback and analytics.
Buying & Merchandising
Trend Analysis & Consumer Insights
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Supplier & Vendor Management
Project & Team Management
Qualifications & Skills
Education : Degree from NIFT or equivalent in Fashion / Apparel (preferred).
Experience : 10+ years in buying, merchandising, or product development, ideally within leading lifestyle or sportswear brands.
Technical & Commercial Expertise :
Analytical & Interpersonal Skills :
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