Category Head - Menswear

Role Overview:

As the Category Head for Menswear, you will serve as the strategic architect for our men's fashion portfolio, driving the end-to-end lifecycle of products from initial concept to final retail execution. You will lead a high-performing team to curate collections that resonate with evolving consumer preferences while balancing aesthetic appeal with commercial viability. By collaborating closely with design, sourcing, supply chain, and marketing stakeholders, you will ensure seamless execution across all channels. Your leadership will directly influence our market positioning, revenue growth, and brand equity, ensuring we remain a preferred destination for the modern man.

Key Responsibilities:

- Define and execute the long-term category strategy to drive market share and profitability within the competitive menswear segment.

- Lead the end-to-end product development process, translating global trend forecasts into localized, high-conversion collections.

- Optimize pricing architecture and promotional calendars to maximize margins while maintaining brand premiumness.

- Oversee inventory health and sales planning to ensure optimal stock availability and minimize markdown risks across retail and digital touchpoints.

- Manage key vendor relationships to ensure consistent quality, competitive cost structures, and adherence to production timelines.

- Leverage consumer insights and advanced data analytics to identify white spaces in the market and pivot strategies based on real-time performance metrics.

- Drive operational excellence across retail touchpoints by ensuring visual merchandising standards and product availability align with brand guidelines.

Required Skillset:

- Demonstrated expertise in Category Management and Merchandising, with a proven track record of scaling fashion portfolios in a fast-paced retail environment.

- Strong analytical acumen, with the ability to synthesize complex data sets into actionable business strategies that drive top-line growth.

- Exceptional stakeholder management skills, capable of leading cross-functional teams and influencing senior leadership through data-backed storytelling.

- Deep understanding of the Indian menswear market, including consumer behavior, fabric trends, and competitive landscape dynamics.

- Ability to thrive in an on-site work environment in Gurgaon, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance within the office.

- A postgraduate degree from a premier B-school is highly preferred, complemented by a career trajectory that reflects consistent growth and leadership in retail or e-commerce sectors.