Assistant Manager Buying Footwear & Accessories

PUMA Sports India Pvt Ltd.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

PUMA Sports India Pvt Ltd. is seeking an experienced footwear buyer to drive growth across MBO, SIS and wholesale channels. You will shape the buy plan, select ranges, and align with fashion trends while tracking sell-through and profitability.

The role requires 5–6 years of footwear buying experience, a degree from NIFT/FDDI, strong analytical and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with clear communication.

Qualifications

• 5 - 6 years experience in footwear & accessories buying.
• NIFT/ FDDI or any reputed fashion school.
• Analytical and numerical skills.
• Range and Assortment Panning.
• Good oral and written communication.
• Presentation skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Multitasking.
• People Management.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth for MBO/SIS & Wholesale in the Footwear Category Buy plan as per channel requirement.
• Gather customer requirements and feedback to influence buys and range assortment.
• Track on-time launch, sell-thru & ROS.
• Select footwear styles, colours, sizes, and categories matching demand and trends.
• Maintain balanced assortment across price points for target consumers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Range planning

Assortment planning

Communication

Presentation skills

Negotiation

Multitasking

People management

Education

NIFT/FDDI degree

Job description

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and to let our individual talent and experience shine.

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YOUR MISSION

Reports to: Manager Buying (Department Stores, SIS & Distribution) Position Summary: To drive growth for MBO/, SIS & Wholesale in the Footwear Category Buy plan as per the channel requirement and assigned budget Gather Customer requirements and feedback to inculcate into the buys and range assortment Tracking on-time launch, sell-thru & ROS

Key Objectives

• 1. Select the right Product Range Choose footwear styles, colours, sizes, and categories that match customer demand and fashion trend Maintain a balanced assortment across price and target consumers.
• 2. Achieve Sales and Profit Targets Buy Product that generate strong sell – through and healthy margins Optimize pricing and markdown strategies to improve profitably
• 3. Understand Market and Consumer Trends Track fashion trends, seasonal demand, competitor activates
• 4. Manage Inventory Efficiently Article level track on over & out of stock for top sellers and slow movers Maintain healthy inventory turnover and replenishment cycles
• 5. Optimize Assortment Planning Assortment plan at region, customer and store level Use data and trend driven buying decisions KPIs and qualitative measures: Buy placement as per the Assortment Market Research Customer Feedback

YOUR TALENT Eligibility Criteria And Functional Competencies Required

• 5 - 6 years experience in footwear & accessories buying
• NIFT/ FDDI or any reputed fashion school
• Analytical and numerical skills
• Range and Assortment Panning
• Good oral and written communication
• Presentation skills
• Negotiation skills
• Multitasking
• People Management

PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination. At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience.To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.

PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide. At PUMA, we are in constant pursuit of faster. That extends beyond our support of the fastest athletes in the world. We also work to be fast in how we adapt to and connect with the constantly changing world around us. Through innovative design, iconic footwear and apparel, and authentic partnerships, we aim to always push what’s next in both sport and culture. PUMA supports over 21,000 employees across 120+ countries. The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.