Lead Associate - Buying & Merchandising

Myntra; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Myntra is seeking an Associate - Buying in Bengaluru to support day-to-day procurement operations. The role involves collaborating with the buying team to understand product requirements, evaluate suppliers, and negotiate contracts to ensure timely delivery and cost savings.

Ideal candidates will have 2–5 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to maintain accurate records and monitor supplier performance.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in procurement/buying.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the buying team to understand product requirements and specifications.
• Analyze market trends and conduct supplier evaluations to identify potential vendors.
• Negotiate prices, terms, and contracts with suppliers to secure favorable deals.
• Monitor inventory levels and track order status to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement activities with business objectives.
• Assist in the development of sourcing strategies to optimize purchasing processes.
• Conduct market research to stay informed about industry developments and competitive landscape.
• Prepare reports and presentations on purchasing activities and performance metrics.

Skills

Buying

Assortment

Category management

Outright

Education

UG

Job description

Who are we?

Myntra is India’s leading fashion and lifestyle platform, where technology meets creativity. As pioneers in fashion e-commerce, we’ve always believed in disrupting the ordinary.

About The Company

Who are we?

Myntra is India’s leading fashion and lifestyle platform, where technology meets creativity. As pioneers in fashion e-commerce, we’ve always believed in disrupting the ordinary.

We thrive on a shared passion for fashion, a drive to innovate to lead, and an environment that empowers each one of us to pave our own way. We’re bold in our thinking, agile in our execution, and collaborative in spirit.

Here, we create MAGIC by inspiring vibrant and joyous self-expression and expanding fashion possibilities for India, while staying true to what we believe in.

We believe in taking bold bets and changing the fashion landscape of India. We are a company that is constantly evolving into newer and better forms and we look for people who are ready to evolve with us.

From our humble beginnings as a customization company in 2007 to being technology and fashion pioneers today, Myntra is going places and we want you to take part in this journey with us.

Working at Myntra is challenging but fun - we are a young and dynamic team, firm believers in meritocracy, believe in equal opportunity, encourage intellectual curiosity and empower our teams with the right tools, space, and opportunities.

As an Associate - Buying, you will play a crucial role in supporting the buying team with day-to-day operations and decision-making processes. With 2.0-5.0 years of experience, you are expected to contribute to strategic procurement activities and assist in negotiating contracts with suppliers to achieve cost savings and ensure timely delivery of goods.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Work closely with the buying team to understand product requirements and specifications.
• Analyze market trends and conduct supplier evaluations to identify potential vendors.
• Negotiate prices, terms, and contracts with suppliers to secure favorable deals.
• Monitor inventory levels and track order status to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement activities with business objectives.
• Assist in the development of sourcing strategies to optimize purchasing processes.
• Conduct market research to stay informed about industry developments and competitive landscape.
• Prepare reports and presentations on purchasing activities and performance metrics.

Your role will also involve maintaining accurate records of purchases, monitoring supplier performance, and resolving any issues or disputes that may arise during the procurement process. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities will be essential for success in this position.

Required Skills

Buying, assortment, Category Manager, Outright

Required Education

UG