Senior Buyer-Denim(7–10 Years) Full Time

Location: Kadabeesanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka – 560103

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Senior Buyer to drive end-to-end buying, merchandising, and new product development for a fast-growing, online-first denim brand. This role will own assortment planning, trend-led product creation, and inventory optimization across D2C and marketplace channels, ensuring high-velocity collections, strong margins, and agile replenishment.

Key Responsibilities

Buying & Assortment Strategy

• Own end-to-end buying lifecycle from concept to in-market execution for denim and adjacent categories
• Plan and manage seasonal assortments aligned with brand strategy, demand trends, and customer insights
• Lead new category expansion and test-and-scale product initiatives
• Ensure balanced assortments across core, fashion, and trend-driven SKUs

Product Development & Merchandising

• Drive trend research, fabric sourcing, wash development, and silhouette innovation
• Collaborate closely with design, merchandising, and production teams to create high-conversion, market-relevant products
• Monitor product performance post-launch and take data-led decisions for repeat, scale-up, or exit

Inventory & Supply Chain Optimization

• Manage forecasting, depth planning, and OTB (Open-to-Buy) to ensure optimal stock health
• Drive agile replenishment for fast-moving styles while minimizing dead stock
• Work with planning teams to improve sell-through, inventory turns, and ageing metrics

Commercials, Pricing & Costing

• Leverage data to guide pricing architecture, margin planning, and cost optimization
• Lead vendor negotiations on pricing, MOQs, lead times, and payment terms
• Ensure margins align with business targets across D2C and marketplace channels

Data & Performance Management

• Analyze category KPIs including sell-through, margin, inventory cover, ROI, and markdown impact
• Use consumer demand and platform insights to refine buying and assortment decisions
• Maintain close alignment with sales and marketing teams to support campaigns and drops

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong experience in denim buying and product development
• Solid understanding of D2C and marketplace-led retail dynamics
• Excellent commercial acumen with data-driven decision-making
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Expertise in assortment planning, inventory management, and pricing strategy

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Textile, Business, or a related field (preferred)
• 7–10 years of relevant buying experience, with prior exposure to online-first or fashion retail brands