Category/Merchandising Analyst - 3years Experience

REQUIREMENTS:

 Bachelor';s degree in Business, Retail Management, Marketing, Accountancy, Analytics, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics or a related field.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and draw actionable insights.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software (e.g., Microsoft Excel, data visualization tools.
• A deep understanding of the Retail Apparel and Fashion industry, including market trends, consumer

behavior, and competitive dynamics.

• Attention to detail is critical for accurately analyzing data and making informed decisions.
• The ability to identify problems and develop creative solutions to improve category performance.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Target Setting:  Assist in setting monthly sales targets based on historical sales trends per month per class category and store performance. 2. Sales Data Analysis:

• Monitor sell-through of all collections launched.
• Generate monthly sales reports for assigned categories.

3. Demand Planning and Execution for New Collections:

• Collaborate in proposing collection budgets based on historical sales trends.
• Assist in planning upcoming collection demand by analyzing class type, sub-class types, sizes,

fabric, color, and design/styles.  Support in proposing store budgets aligned with the total demand planned for upcoming collections.  Assist in allocating inventory to stores and online platforms based on targets. 4. Inventory Management:

• Analyze monthly inventory and three-month average sales to identify Months to Sell (MTS).
• Identify and consolidate low and broken on-hand quantities per style in all stores to the store with

the highest sales demand. 5. Competitors Check:  Conduct regular competitor checks through online research and physical store visits.