Job Description
Identify, evaluate, and onboard new vendors to build a reliable and cost-effective supplier base Manage the end-to-end vendor onboarding process and maintain strong vendor relationships Negotiate GP (Gross Profit), pricing, commercial terms, and other business conditions to maximize category profitability Manage product enlistment, including cataloging and launching new SKUs within the assigned category Place and monitor Purchase Orders (POs) to ensure timely procurement and optimal stock availability Monitor store-to-store stock transfers and ensure products are available at locations based on demand Track stock levels and inventory health to minimize overstocking, stock-outs, and product availability issues Manage and implement price changes based on cost fluctuations, market conditions, and business requirements Conduct competitor benchmarking to evaluate pricing, assortment, promotions, and market positioning Develop and implement strategies to drive category sales, revenue, and market share Plan and coordinate promotional campaigns, seasonal offers, and category-specific activities to drive sales and customer conversion Coordinate closely with Operations, Warehouse, Finance, and other relevant teams to ensure smooth category operationsBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, or a related field 2–4 years of relevant experience in Commercial, Category Management, Procurement, Merchandising, FMCG, E-commerce, or a related field Strong negotiation, vendor management, and relationship-building skills Good understanding of category management, pricing, procurement, inventory, and sales operations Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a commercial mindset Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven, and deadline-oriented environment