General Merchant – B&M Department

V2 Retail Limited; India; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Work at national and international levels

Exposure to high-growth categories

Job summary

A leading retail organization is seeking an experienced Category Head to oversee national-level sourcing and merchandising activities across various product lines. The ideal candidate will have 8-15 years of experience in category management and knowledge of merchandising. This role offers the opportunity to work with multiple vendors both domestically and internationally, particularly in markets like China. Exposure to high-growth categories and the chance for career advancement in a large retail environment is available.

Qualifications

• 8–15 years of experience in merchandising or category management.
• Experience in handling large-scale vendor negotiations.
• Exposure to international sourcing, particularly from China, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end merchandising for assigned categories at a national level.
• Develop and manage vendor relationships to ensure best quality.
• Monitor sales performance, margins, and inventory levels.

Skills

Merchandising knowledge

Vendor negotiation

Inventory planning

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Education

Graduate/Postgraduate in Fashion, Textile, Retail Management, or related field

Job description

Level: Category Head (National Level)

No. of Openings: 5

Location: Pan India / Head Office

About the Role

We are looking for experienced General Merchants / Category Heads to lead national-level sourcing and merchandising activities, including international markets (e.g., China). The role will be responsible for driving business growth, vendor management, and category performance across multiple product lines.

Categories to be Handled

The General Merchant will manage one or more of the following categories:

• Footwear
• Travel Accessories
• Home Furnishing
• Clothing & Apparels

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end merchandising for assigned categories at a national level.
• Handle global and domestic sourcing, including international markets such as China.
• Develop and manage vendor relationships to ensure best quality, cost, and delivery.
• Plan assortments, range building, and pricing strategies aligned with brand objectives.
• Monitor sales performance, margins, and inventory levels.
• Coordinate with planning, sourcing, quality, logistics, and retail teams.
• Ensure timely product development, sampling, and production follow-ups.
• Track market trends, customer preferences, and competitor activities.
• Maintain compliance with quality standards and company policies.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of merchandising and sourcing at a national / international level.
• Experience in handling large-scale vendor negotiations.
• Good understanding of costing, margins, and inventory planning.
• Ability to manage multiple categories and large product volumes.
• Strong communication, analytical, and leadership skills.

Qualification & Experience

• Graduate / Postgraduate in Fashion, Textile, Retail Management, or related field.
• 8–15 years of experience in merchandising or category management.
• Exposure to international sourcing (China experience preferred).
• Experience in retail, B&M, or value retail formats will be an added advantage.

Reporting To

• Senior Management / Business Head – B&M Department

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work at a national and international level.
• Exposure to multiple high-growth categories.
• Career growth in a large retail organization.