Phoenix Category Management

About the Company

Myntra stands out as India's premier platform for fashion and lifestyle, seamlessly blending technology with creativity. A trailblazer in fashion e-commerce, Myntra is dedicated to transforming the conventional standards by encouraging bold, innovative thinking and fostering a culture where every team member can grow their unique path. From its modest start as a customization business in 2007 to becoming a leader in both technology and fashion today, Myntra continues on an evolutionary journey and invites individuals to join this dynamic ride. The workplace is youthful, merit-based, and inclusive, encouraging intellectual curiosity and empowering teams with the right resources and opportunities.

Role Overview

This position forms part of a returnship program specifically designed for women resuming their careers. The role is based onsite in Bengaluru and spans a six-month period.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive sales optimization across assigned product segments focusing on revenue, profit margins, and category growth.
• Oversee comprehensive business activities including analytics, financial and range planning, sourcing, and vendor and team management.
• Develop in-depth product and market knowledge, including cost structures and trend forecasting to inform strategic sales plans.
• Conduct competitive analyses to track trends and assortment strategies effectively.
• Manage financial aspects like sales performance, margins, discounts, and inventory control.
• Coordinate range planning, product-brand alignment, and option planning including Open-To-Buy (OTB) initiatives with central teams.
• Lead inventory management and supply chain processes ensuring timely production within a 30-day cycle from concept to delivery.
• Supervise and lead teams comprising designers, factory operations staff, and sourcing personnel.
• Manage vendor relationships and build a robust network of fabric, printing, and supply partners.
• Collaborate closely with brand partners and coordinate with marketing and sales teams to support category development.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of six years in a fashion-related role with hands-on experience in category management.
• Strong understanding of market trends and business dynamics to exercise sound judgement.
• Skilled negotiator with a proven ability to maintain and grow professional networks.
• Comfort with numerical data, analytics, and interpretation to support business decisions.

Additional Information

This role is part-time and requires onsite presence in Bengaluru. It is tailored for women returning to the workforce, offering an opportunity to reintegrate into the industry over six months.