Product Head - Retail

About the job:

Job Description:

Product Strategy & Assortment Planning:

- Develop and execute a product roadmap aligned with Carter's global vision and Indian market needs.

- Conduct market research, trend analysis, and consumer insights to drive product innovations.

- Define the assortment mix, pricing, and category expansion strategy for Carter's in India.

- Ensure a balanced SKU mix across essentials, fashion, and seasonal collections.

Product Development & Sourcing:

- Work closely with design teams to develop India-specific styles, fits, and fabrications while ensuring alignment with Carter's core brand DNA.

- Collaborate with sourcing and manufacturing teams (domestic & international) for cost-effective production.

- Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards (BIS, GOTS, etc.) for kidswear.

Merchandising & Pricing Strategy:

- Define pricing architecture for different retail channels (EBO, MBO, Online, Wholesale, LFS).

- Optimize margin structures, markdown strategies, and inventory planning to drive profitability.

- Work with merchandising teams to ensure the right product availability across touchpoints.

Go-To-Market & Retail Strategy:

- Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to drive product positioning and launch campaigns.

- Develop a channel-wise product strategy for own stores, department stores, marketplaces, and D2C platforms.

- Monitor sell-through rates, consumer feedback, and category performance, refining assortments accordingly