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Product Development Merchandiser

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Product Development Merchandisers plan and develop product lines. They analyze trends, manage inventory, and collaborate with design teams to ensure products meet market demands.

Average Salary

₹4,50,000

Growth

medium

Satisfaction

medium

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Functional Skills

Functional Skills are essential skills that help individuals perform tasks effectively in everyday life, work, and education.

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    Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
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    Market Trend Analysis
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    Sourcing and Vendor Management
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    Cost Analysis and Budgeting
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    Visual Merchandising
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    Inventory Management
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    Quality Control
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    Negotiation Skills
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    Product Presentation
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    Supply Chain Management
Soft Skills

Communication, teamwork, and critical thinking to ensure seamless project execution.

    Technical Skills

    Technical Skills are specialized abilities and knowledge needed to perform specific tasks or functions.

      Duties and Responsiblities

      Task

      95%

      Analyzing market trends and consumer preferences to identify potential product opportunities for the Indian market.

      90%

      Developing product strategies and roadmaps aligned with business goals and target demographics in India.

      85%

      Collaborating with design and engineering teams to create product prototypes and specifications tailored for Indian consumers.

      80%

      Conducting product testing and gathering feedback from Indian users to ensure product quality and usability.

      75%

      Managing the product development lifecycle from concept to launch, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget.

      70%

      Working with sourcing and manufacturing teams to optimize product costs and ensure supply chain efficiency in India.

      65%

      Creating product documentation and training materials for internal teams and external partners in the Indian market.

      60%

      Monitoring product performance and gathering data to identify areas for improvement and future product development opportunities.

      55%

      Staying up-to-date with industry trends and competitor activities in the Indian market to inform product development decisions.

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