To build the most profitable and customer focused BU range which reflects the Key Brand strategies & Product direction to drive maximum sales, margin & stock efficiency for PUMA India.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Overall assortment planning for the BU in sync with Key brand initiatives for the season, target customers for each format (product and pricing) and strategic objectives for the season/year.
Maximizing Gross profit through right pricing strategy and cost optimization with local sourcing teams
Range building from Global inline range and plugging gaps for India market from local sourcing
1.Range Planning and assortment building – Global Inline and non inline (India specific developments)
Analyzing gaps in the range from Global and fill them through developments locally for Indian market
Right pricing strategy to Maximise ASPs, margin and sell thrus
Cost negotiations with sourcing teams to Maximise input cogs and drive right pricing
Managing end to end process of order placement, tracking and delivery monitoring to ensure timely launches in alignment with channel level launch targets
Maximining option and sales efficiency
Briefing in RCC teams on range/product gaps
Closely coordinating with channel merchandising, sales, customers and other internal departments to deliver on all objectives
Coordinating with marketing, VM, training and other demand and awareness building teams to translate credible product stories across channels
Providing leadership, development and guidance to the team to execute BU goals
Maintaining updated knowledge of key competitor products, distribution and pricing strategies
Actively tracking fashion and consumer trends to continuously look for opportunities to stay ahead of the market, grow business and plug gaps
YOUR TALENT
Eligibility Criteria and Functional Competencies:
MBA/Degree in business studies. Related education in Fashion Management is an added advantage
5+ years of relevant experience
Experience in working with a retail/fashion/branded environment
Team management skills
Strategic Decision Making skills
Strong Stakeholder management, influencing and communicating skills
General knowledge of go-to-market processes
Strong analytical skills
Technical product knowledge
Presentation Skills
Fluency in the English language (speaking, reading, writing) at business level
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