Key Responsibilities:
• Manage key supplier accounts as a single point of contact
• Negotiate pricing, credit terms, MOQs, lead times, and contracts
• Ensure availability of business-critical SKUs
• Drive cost reduction and margin improvement initiatives
• Coordinate with planning, warehouse, finance, and stores
• Track vendor performance (OTIF, fill rate, quality issues)
• Resolve supply disruptions and escalations
• Lead new vendor onboarding and alternate sourcing
• Support annual rate contracts and category strategies
• Ensure timely closure of Vendor Reconciliation
Key Skills & Competencies:
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Commercial and financial acumen
• Knowledge of procurement contracts and compliance
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
Qualification & Experience:
• Bachelor’s / Master’s in Supply Chain, Management, or Commerce
• 1–4 years of experience in Procurement, Vendor Management, Negotiations
KPIs:
•Cost savings and margin improvement
• Vendor service level adherence
• Contract compliance
• Supply continuity
• New Vendor Onboarding basis demand feedback