Buying & Category Head

About OUTCAST:
OUTCAST is a trailblazer in fast fashion, curating bold, trendsetting styles that redefine women’s western wear and activewear. Our collections are designed for the modern, empowered woman who doesn’t just follow trends—she creates them.

We are looking for an ambitious Buyer/Fashion Portfolio Manager to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will manage and optimize our women's western wear and activewear portfolios, driving growth, profitability, and innovation.

Role Overview

This is a comprehensive role encompassing all aspects of management—ranging from financial analysis and range planning to collaborative partnerships. If you have a passion for Fashion, analytics and category management, this role offers a thrilling opportunity to shape and steer the direction of a leading fast fashion brand.

Key Responsibilities

1. Range Planning and Assortment Optimization

• Lead product range and assortment planning for the women's western wear and activewear categories.
• Craft collections that not only meet market demands but set the trend, keeping our brand at the forefront.
• Work closely with design and merchandising teams to curate a dynamic product lineup.

2. Sales and Growth Strategy

• Own the performance of the category, driving revenue growth, optimizing margins, and ensuring category expansion.
• Analyse sales data to make informed decisions that maximize category profitability.
• Leverage analytics to optimize the balance between sales velocity and stock levels.

3. Financial Planning and Forecasting

• Conduct financial analysis, focusing on key performance indicators such as sales, margin, discounts, and inventory.
• Build precise forecasts that allow for agile inventory planning, ensuring that we’re always ahead of the curve in meeting customer demand.
• Collaborate with finance and sales teams to craft plans that maximize profitability.

4. Return Reduction and Inventory Management

• Analyse return data and develop strategies to reduce return rates while enhancing customer satisfaction.
• Manage the inventory flow for the entire category, ensuring optimal stock levels across all channels.

5. Stakeholder Collaboration

• Liaise with multiple teams, including design, category development, marketing, and revenue departments, to ensure seamless execution of plans.
• Partner with sales and marketing teams to implement campaigns that drive category awareness and growth.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹430,480.59 - ₹1,616,161.18 per year

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Paid sick time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Noida, Uttar Pradesh: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• E-Commerce: 4 years (Required)
• total work: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person