Mahima Arora
Vishal Mega Mart- Category Buyer | Ex-Fashinza | NIFT Alumni | BITS Pilani
- Role
- Category Buyer at Vishal Mega Mart Limited
- Location
- Gurugram, HR, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Mahima Arora
Accomplished Buyer specializing in strategic sourcing, cost optimization, and supplier…
Experience
Category Buyer
Sep 2024 — Present · Gurugram, IN
Develop and implement buying strategies for assigned categories to achieve sales, margin, and inventory turnover target-Plan and manage Open-to-Buy (OTB) budgets, ensuring optimal stock levels and balanced assortments across seasons- Conduct regular market and trend analysis to identify new product opportunities and stay ahead of competition- Negotiate best cost prices, payment terms, and delivery timelines with vendors to maximize profitability- Manage vendor sourcing, onboarding, and performance evaluation to maintain strong, long-term supplier relationships- Collaborate with merchandising, planning, and supply chain teams to ensure timely delivery and product availability across stores- Define and execute pricing, promotion, and markdown strategies to achieve category sales and inventory objectives- Analyse sell-through performance, margins, and stock ageing to drive informed buying decisions and assortment revisions- Coordinate with visual merchandising and marketing teams for product launches and seasonal campaigns- Mentor and guide junior buyers and assistants, ensuring adherence to buying calendars and business timelines.
Education
National Institute of Fashion Technology India
Bachelor's of fashion technology
Vivekanand School
High school
Birla Institute of Technology And Science (BITS), Pilani
Master of Business Administration - MBA
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