Buying Manager - Apparel Retail Brand

Glan Management Consultancy; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail consultancy firm is seeking an experienced Buying Manager for an apparel retail brand in Gurugram. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience in the apparel retail sector. This role involves planning, selecting, and managing product ranges to align with business objectives. Responsibilities include formulating product plans, analyzing sales performance, coordinating with suppliers, and optimizing catalogue assortments tailored to market trends. Competitive salary negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in apparel retail brand.
• Strong commercial acumen and an eye for market trends.
• Strong commercial acumen with market-trend sensitivity.
• Ability to formulate quarterly product plans and range sign-offs.
• Experience coordinating with suppliers and visual merchandising teams.

Responsibilities

• Formulate quarterly product plans in alignment with business goals.
• Prepare and present range selections to secure sign-off.
• Conduct in-depth analysis to inform buying decisions.
• Monitor and respond to sales performance.
• Set targets for sales, margins, stock, and availability; review operating plans.

Skills

Buying Manager

Retail Buyer

Apparel retail buyer

Category manager

Retail Planning

Category Buyer – Apparel

Fashion Retail Buyer

Retail Buying & Sourcing

Assortment Planning

In-season Buying

Job description

Share Job :# Buying Manager - Apparel Retail Brand **Company:** Glan Management Consultancy **Location:** Gurgaon **Experience:** 5-10 year **Salary:** 0 **Employment Type:****Job Description:**Positon: Buying Manager - Apparel Retail BrandExperience: 5-10 year in apparel retail brandSalary: NegotiableLocation: GurgaonIndustry: Fashion/ Retail The Manager – Buying will beresponsible for planning, selecting, and managing product ranges that alignwith the business objectives. The role requires a strong commercial acumen andan eye for market trends to deliver a compelling product offering that drivessales, maximizes profitability, and meets customer expectations **Key Deliverables *(EssentialFunctions & Responsibilities of the Job)*:**· Formulate quarterly product plans inalignment with business goals.· Prepare and present range selectionsto secure sign-off with the Head.· Manage product bookings to supportlaunch plans and respond to in-season variables.· Conduct in-depth analysis to informand support buying decisions.· Monitor and respond to salesperformance; adjust production plans in coordination with suppliers.· Set and review targets for sales,margins, stock levels, and availability.· Participate in operating planreviews and identify key learnings.· Oversee catalogue planning, markdownstrategies, and IRP completion.· Ensure timely alignment betweenproduction flows and business commitments.· Coordinate with suppliers to manageMSI capacity and production timelines.· Provide necessary information tosupport retail layout planning.· Contribute to the development of effectivepricing strategies.· Stay updated on competitor productofferings and market trends.· Plan and optimize catalogueassortments, especially tailored to specific store clusters or geographies.· Support implementation of newsystems, tools, and process improvements. **Key Requirement:**· Ownership of department operatingplan.· Selection and curation of productsfrom the global catalogue, ensuring alignment with trends, volume drivers, andkey focus areas.· Develop local product lines toaddress market gaps and margin opportunities.· Strategize product flow and phasingto align with commercial calendar.· Ensure product delivery adheres tothe buying plan and critical path.· Manage catalogue planning andexecution.· Develop faster-turnaround productsfor in-season responsiveness.· Create value fashion lines suitedfor Tier 2 markets.· Collaborate with VM and Marketing toshowcase seasonal looks and trends effectively.· Drive product visibility andperformance during peak trading periods, such as gifting seasons. Mail updated resume with current salary:Email: [e-mail]: 882749743 Website: www.glansolutions.com**Key Skill:** Buying Manager, Retail Buyer, Apparel retail buyer, category manager, Retail Planning, Category Buyer – Apparel, Fashion Retail Buyer, Retail Buying & Sourcing, Assortment Planning, In-season Buying**Posted on:**9th Jul, 2025### Apply for Buying Manager - Apparel Retail Brand