ASSOCIATE MANAGER - Category Buying (Garments)
Date: Oct 23, 2026
Location: Thane, Thane, Maharashtra
Company: avenuesupe
Job Title
Department
Garments
Education
A Bachelor's degree in fashion, Retail Management, Marketing, or a related field is generally preferred.
Experience
7+ Years
Position Reporting to
Manager
Job Responsibilities
| Key Responsibilities: |
| Vendor Management: The role holder will be responsible for sourcing and onboarding new vendors, managing relationship with existing vendors and negotiating price and terms |
| Product Selection and Sourcing: Identifying new products, trends, and potential vendors within the apparel’s category |
| Buying and Ordering: Placing purchase orders, managing inventory levels, and ensuring timely delivery of goods |
| Inventory Management: Monitoring stock levels, optimizing inventory turnover, and minimizing slow-moving or obsolete items. |
| Market Analysis: Conducting market research, competitor analysis, and staying updated on industry trends |
| Sales and Profitability: Analyzing sales data, identifying opportunities for growth, and developing strategies to maximize sales and profit margins. |
| Cross-functional Collaboration: Working with other teams such as integration and replenishment, design, visual merchandising, quality, supply chain to ensure the successful execution of category strategies. |
Skills
Strong negotiation and communication skills. Excellent analytical and data analysis abilities (including proficiency in tools like Microsoft Excel and SAP). Understanding of inventory management, supply chain processes, and vendor relationships. Involves travel to stores and vendor locations
Competencies
Simplicity & Process Optmisation
Speed of Execution
Shopper & Consumer Orientation
Leadership Development
Cost Sensitivity
Safety & Sustainability