Retail Merchandiser

Retail Merchandising – Job Description
Department: Retail Operations & Merchandising
Location: Mumbai
Position Summary
The Retail Merchandising Manager drives sales, profitability, inventory optimization, and brand presentation across all Falguni Shane Peacock retail stores. The role ensures that the right product assortment is available at the right store, at the right time, while maintaining the luxury brand image and delivering an exceptional customer experience. The position works closely with Retail, Buying, Production, Design, Visual Merchandising, and Marketing teams.
Key Responsibilities
1. Merchandise Planning & Allocation
Develop seasonal merchandise plans aligned with sales targets.
Allocate collections across stores based on customer profile, location, and sales history.
Monitor stock movement and replenish best-selling products.
Ensure optimum inventory levels across all retail locations.
Manage inter-store transfers to maximize sell-through.
2. Sales & Performance Analysis
· Analyse weekly and monthly sales performance by category, store, and SKU.
Monitor KPIs such as sell-through, stock turn, average bill value, and conversion.
Identify slow-moving inventory and recommend corrective actions.
Forecast demand for upcoming collections and festive seasons.
3. Luxury Retail Assortment Management
Curate store assortments for Bridal Couture, Occasion Wear, Pret, Menswear, Accessories, and Limited Edition Collections.
Ensure product mix supports brand positioning and customer demand.
Work with Design and Production teams to ensure timely product availability.
Participate in seasonal buying and assortment planning.
4. Inventory & Stock Management
Monitor stock ageing and markdown requirements.
Minimize stock-outs and excess inventory.
Coordinate stock audits and inventory reconciliation.
Ensure inventory accuracy within ERP systems.
5. Cross-Functional Coordination
Work closely with Retail, E-commerce, Marketing, Production, and Finance teams.
Support store launches, promotional events, exhibitions, and trunk shows.
Provide merchandising insights for collection planning and business growth.
Desired Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Management, Retail Management, Business Administration, or related field.
6–10 years of experience in Retail Merchandising, preferably in Luxury Fashion, Couture, Designer Wear, or Premium Retail.
Strong understanding of inventory planning, assortment planning, and luxury retail operations.
Proficiency in Excel, ERP systems, and retail analytics tools.
Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

Work arrangement
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