Category Apparels

Dmartindia; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

DMart is seeking a seasoned Buyer for Apparel to lead sourcing, vendor relationships, and product selection. You will negotiate terms, manage orders, and ensure timely delivery within a fast-paced retail environment.

The role requires 7–15 years in apparel buying, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel and SAP. Travel to stores and vendor locations may be required to optimize assortment and profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in fashion, retail management or related field.
• 7–15 years of proven buying experience in apparel retail/wholesale.
• Experience in Men, Women, Kids, accessories or ethnic categories preferred.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills with vendor partners.
• Proficiency in Excel and SAP for data analysis and sourcing.

Responsibilities

• Vendor management: source, onboard, and negotiate with suppliers.
• Product selection and sourcing within apparel categories.
• Buying and ordering: place orders and manage inventory levels.
• Inventory management: monitor stock and optimize turnover.
• Market analysis: research trends and competitive landscape.
• Sales and profitability: analyze data to maximize margins.
• Cross-functional collaboration with design, replenishment, and supply chain.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in fashion/retail management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

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Job Description: Buying & Sourcing – Apparels

Role Description

A Buying & Sourcing Role for Apparels category at DMart isresponsible for selecting, sourcing, and managing the product selection within a specific category in an apparel retail environment.This includes identifying trends, negotiating with vendors, managing inventory, and driving sales and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

Vendor Management: The role holder will be responsible for sourcing and onboarding new vendors, managing relationship with existing vendors and negotiating price and terms

Product Selection and Sourcing: Identifying new products, trends, and potential vendors within the apparel’s category

Buying and Ordering: Placing purchase orders, managing inventory levels, and ensuring timely delivery of goods

Inventory Management: Monitoring stock levels, optimizing inventory turnover, and minimizing slow-moving or obsolete items.

Market Analysis: Conducting market research, competitor analysis, and staying updated on industry trends

Sales and Profitability: Analyzing sales data, identifying opportunities for growth, and developing strategies to maximize sales and profit margins.

Cross-functional Collaboration: Working with other teams such as integration and replenishment, design, visual merchandising, quality, supply chain to ensure the successful execution of category strategies.

Skills and Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor's degree in fashion, Retail Management, Marketing, or a related field is generally preferred.

Experience: 7-15 years of proven experience in retail or wholesale buying, particularly within the apparel sector i.e Men, Women, Kids, accessories, ethnic category are preferred

Core Skills:

• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and data analysis abilities (including proficiency in tools like Microsoft Excel and SAP).
• Understanding of inventory management, supply chain processes, and vendor relationships. Involves travel to stores and vendor locations

Soft Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and team-handling skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.

This role is crucial in ensuring that apparel department offers the right products at the right prices to meet customer demand and maximize profitability