Senior Associate Merchandising Store Allocation SIS (Third Party)

PUMA Group; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

PUMA Group in Bengaluru is seeking a Merchandising Store Allocation Specialist to manage merchandising and store allocation for FP Stores. You will own in-season trading, ensure right stock at the right doors, and drive performance through precise allocation and replenishment.

You will collaborate with VM, Retail Operations, and Buying to execute seasonal rollouts, launch new-season merchandise on time, and provide weekly performance insights to enable target achievement.

Qualifications

• PG from renowned Fashion Institute or Tier-1 engineering college.
• 1–3 years of experience.
• Strong Excel skills and analytical tools familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Own in-season trading and performance management.
• Coordinate with VM and Retail Ops for seasonal rollouts.
• Ensure timely launch and distribution of new-season merchandise.
• Execute replenishment strategies and manage SKU-level inventory.
• Collaborate with Buying to place purchases in stores.
• Provide weekly/monthly performance reports and insights.

Skills

Multitask & prioritize

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Retail/ecommerce knowledge

Education

PG from renowned Fashion Institute or Engineering from Tier 1 college

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Analytical tools

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 BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy and all genders are welcome.

YOUR MISSION

Reporting to: Assistant Manager Merchandising Store Allocation SIS

Position Summary: Manage Merchandising and store allocation for FP Stores.

Key Objectives

• Own in‑season trading and performance management, ensuring the right stock is available at the right place and right time to maximize sales achievement.
• Partner closely with Visual Merchandising (VM) and Retail Operations to ensure seamless execution of seasonal rollouts in line with commercial plans.
• Ensure timely launch of new‑season merchandise, with accurate and on‑schedule distribution to all designated doors as per the allocation plan.
• Execute precise replenishment strategies and maintain healthy SKU‑level inventory to minimize lost sales and improve stock efficiency.
• Manage RTVs to warehouse and inter‑store stock consolidation to reduce slow‑moving inventory, optimize stock turns, and improve store‑level assortment.
• Collaborate with the Buying team to ensure purchases are placed in the right stores / price pockets based on demand forecasting and strategic inputs
• Drive weekly and monthly performance reporting, delivering actionable insights and presenting results in sales reviews to enable target achievement.
• Continuously refine allocation, replenishment, and system/tool inputs to improve efficiency and move toward an ideal SKU‑level inventory state.

Key Performance Indicators

• Net Sales Achievement
• Gross Profit :Delivered vs Plan
• Sell Through Achievement
• Markdown :As per Budget
• Optimal Stock Cover

Organizational Relationships

Internal

• Operations
• Sales
• Buying
• Planning
• Warehouse

External

• Franchise Partners

YOUR TALENT

Eligibility criteria and Functional Competencies Required

• PG from renowned Fashion Institute or Engineering from Tier 1 college
• 1-3 years of experience
• Well versed in Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of other analytical tools will be useful
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work based on business importance
• Willingness to learn new technology/tools as required by business
• Prior knowledge of Retail/ecommerce industry would be preferable
• Great communication and stakeholder management skill

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.