Senior Designer

Siyarams; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Siyarams in Mumbai, India seeks a seasoned professional to lead category management and sourcing initiatives across apparel categories. You will drive growth, optimize profitability, and strengthen supplier partnerships through strategic category plans.

The role requires collaboration with buyers and cross-functional teams to capture cost reductions, improve processes, and deliver value across the supply chain while analyzing market trends to guide purchasing choices.

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of experience in textile & apparel industry with expertise in category management or similar role.
• Strong understanding of buyer activities such as negotiation techniques, contract administration, and inventory control.
• Proven track record of developing successful partnerships with suppliers to achieve cost reductions without compromising quality.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category management strategies to drive business growth, improve profitability, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and revenue optimization.
• Manage relationships with buyers, suppliers, and internal customers to ensure effective communication and issue resolution.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and sales data to inform purchasing decisions.

Skills

Category management

Negotiation techniques

Supplier relationship management

Cross-functional collaboration

Cost optimization

Purchasing decisions

Market analysis

Inventory control

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement category management strategies to drive business growth, improve profitability, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and revenue optimization.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders including buyers, suppliers, and internal customers to ensure effective communication and issue resolution.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and sales data to inform purchasing decisions.

Job Requirements :

• 8-15 years of experience in textile & apparel industry with expertise in category management or similar role.
• Strong understanding of buyer activities such as negotiation techniques, contract administration, and inventory control.
• Proven track record of developing successful partnerships with suppliers to achieve cost reductions without compromising quality.