Retail Merchandise Specialist (Allocation & Distribution)

Location : Ahmedabad

Experience : 5-7 Years (Retail Experience is a must)

About Us

SWEET DREAMS (S D Retail Limited – listed on NSE as SDREAMS ). SWEET DREAMS is India's premier sleepwear brand with a legacy of over three decades, offering comfort, style, and utility through our exclusive range of products. We are expanding our Exclusive Brand Outlets (EBOs) and seeking passionate retail professionals to join our growing journey.

About the Role :

We are looking for a detail-oriented and Retail Merchandise Specialist (Allocation & Distribution) to join our EBO (Exclusive Brand Outlet) Division Ahmedabad . The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing product life-cycle, ensuring optimal stock levels, and enhancing store performance through data-driven product strategies.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Inventory Management

o Monitor stock levels to ensure availability and optimal turnover.

o Avoid stock-outs / overstocking through effective safety stock and buffer planning.

o Coordinate with suppliers for timely delivery and restocking.

2. Stock Replenishment

o Implement and manage replenishment processes.

o Ensure fast-moving and best-selling items are restocked in a timely manner.

3. Sales Analysis & Forecasting

o Analyze sales trends to identify strong / weak performing SKUs.

o Forecast future sales based on data insights.

o Adjust stock plans based on real-time demand.

4. Product Allocation & Distribution

o Distribute products based on store demographics and sales performance.

o Optimize product availability while minimizing excess stock.

5. Seasonal & Trend Analysis

o Incorporate fashion trends and seasonal inputs into planning.

o Maintain alignment with the brand identity.

6. Stock Rotation & Lifecycle Management

o Ensure effective product rotation and clearance of ageing stock.

o Strategically highlight new arrivals.

7. Cross-Functional Collaboration

o Work with store teams and supply chain for seamless product flow.

o Partner with visual merchandising for strategic product display.

8. Market & Competitor Analysis

o Study market and competitors to inform assortment and pricing decisions.

9. Trend Forecasting & Innovation

o Stay ahead of fashion trends and suggest innovative product ideas.

10. Training & Development

o Share product knowledge and sales insights with store staff to boost conversions.

Interested Candidates can share their CV at [HIDDEN TEXT]

Skills Required

Sales Analysis, Training Development, Forecasting, lifecycle management , product allocation, Innovation, stock replenishment , Distribution, trend forecasting , Inventory Management, stock rotation