Strategic Sourcing: Lead the identification, evaluation, and negotiation with suppliers for all project materials, including plywood, laminates, hardware, lighting, furniture, furnishings, and decor items, ensuring optimal quality, pricing, and reliability.
Vendor Relationship Management: Cultivate and sustain robust relationships with approved vendors while actively onboarding new partners to diversify and strengthen our supply chain.
Procurement Planning & Execution: Develop comprehensive procurement schedules in alignment with project, design, and site team requirements, ensuring the timely and efficient availability of all necessary materials.
Order Fulfillment & Quality Control: Oversee order status and delivery schedules, proactively resolving any delays or discrepancies. Guarantee all incoming materials and products meet stringent quality and specification standards before acceptance.
Cost Optimization: Continuously monitor market rates and trends to source materials at competitive prices without compromising quality, ensuring all purchases remain within approved budget limits.
Internal Collaboration: Act as the primary liaison between procurement and project, site, and design teams, providing consistent updates on purchase status and delivery forecasts to maintain seamless project timelines.
Inventory & Waste Management: Collaborate with stores and site teams to accurately track inventory, preventing both overstocking and critical shortages. Monitor material usage to minimize waste and maximize efficiency.
Quality Assurance & Compliance: Enforce adherence to design specifications and company quality standards for all purchased materials. Coordinate closely with quality and site teams for material inspection and final approval.
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Civil Engineering, Supply Chain, Marketing, Business Admin, or related).
Demonstrated success as a Vendor Manager.
Valid driver's license and flexibility for work-related travel.
Knowledge on Furniture and interior design products is a plus
Expert user of Microsoft Office applications.
Exceptional ability to multitask, negotiate, manage, and make sound decisions.
Highly analytical, organized, and effective in problem-solving.
· Outstanding written and verbal communication.