Procurement Manager

About the Role

The Operation Executive is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing

various events, BTL activities, vendor visits, branding material procurement etc.

ensuring quality execution. This role requires a smart and organized individual who

can manage multiple tasks simultaneously, work under pressure, and deliver

exceptional execution as per SOP.

Key Responsibilities

Event Planning and Coordination

 Collaborate with BD and CS team to understand their event goals, themes,

and requirements.

 Develop detailed plans, timelines, checklists and production schedules.

 Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and contractors to secure necessary

services and materials.

 Conduct site visits and assessments to ensure venue suitability and ensure

alignment with client expectations.

Logistics Management

 Oversee the setup, execution, and teardown of events and activities, ensuring

all elements are in place and functioning correctly as per SOP.

 Manage logistics, including transportation, accommodation, and catering

arrangements etc.

 Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards during all

activities.

Technical Coordination

 Work closely with technical teams to ensure proper setup and operation of

audio-visual equipment, lighting, staging, and other technical aspects.

 Troubleshoot technical issues during events/activities and implement quick

solutions to minimize disruptions.

Budget Management

 Track and manage event/activity and procurement budgets, ensuring all

expenses are tracked and kept within allocated limits.

 Negotiate with vendors and suppliers to secure competitive rates and

optimize costs.

Team Collaboration

 Lead and coordinate event/activity staff, including volunteers, to ensure

smooth execution of event tasks.

 Foster a positive and collaborative team environment.

Client and Stakeholder Relations

 Serve as the on-ground point of contact for clients, providing regular updates

and addressing concerns.

 Maintain strong relationships to ensure client satisfaction and seamless

delivery of requirements.

 Professionally handle client feedback and implement improvements as

needed.

Post-Event Evaluation

 Conduct post-event evaluations to assess event success and identify areas

for improvement.

 Prepare detailed event reports for clients and internal stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For

 1-3 years of experience in event operations, logistics management, or BTL

activity execution.

 Strong organizational and multitasking skills to manage multiple projects

simultaneously.

 Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure, real-time environment.

 Excellent communication and vendor management skills.

 Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

 Problem-solving mindset with the ability to resolve issues efficiently on the

ground.

 Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently with

minimal supervision.

 Must possess a two-wheeler and have a valid driver’s license for local travel.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement Management

• Oversee and manage the procurement of raw materials and packaging materials for cosmetic production.
• Identify, evaluate, and establish strong relationships with new and existing suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to ensure cost-effectiveness without compromising quality.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to maintain seamless production schedules.
• Conduct market research and attend trade fairs/exhibitions across India to source innovative products and stay updated on industry trends.

Production Coordination

• Collaborate with production teams to ensure availability of materials for efficient manufacturing.
• Develop and implement production schedules, optimizing processes to enhance efficiency and minimize waste.
• Coordinate with supply chain and logistics to ensure smooth material flow and inventory management.

Research and Development Support

• Work with the R&D team to identify and procure suitable raw materials for new product formulations.
• Stay updated on emerging trends in cosmetics and skincare to support innovation and development.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure that procured materials meet regulatory and company quality standards.
• Work closely with the quality control team to address any quality issues and implement corrective actions.

Budgeting and Cost Management

• Perform cost-benefit analyses to optimize spending and secure the best value.
• Conduct forecasting and variance analysis to align procurement with financial goals.
• Review and approve expenses related to procurement, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints.

Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, and supply chain, to meet organizational goals.
• Actively participate in team meetings, contributing insights and recommendations for improvement.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetology, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years in procurement in the cosmetics, beauty, or skincare industry.
• Strong knowledge of raw material and packaging material procurement.
• Proficiency in production scheduling, market research, and supplier negotiations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective vendor and team collaboration.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards in cosmetics production is an advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

•Identify, evaluate, and onboard vendors and suppliers for:

oRecruitment services (India and US)

oUS SME sourcing for EdTech and digital projects

oFreelancer talent pools (Instructional Designers, SMEs, Editors, Developers, etc.)

oProject-based outsourcing vendors (domestic and international)

•Manage contract negotiations, rate finalizations, and SLA definitions with sourcing and outsourcing vendors.

•Track vendor performance, quality of submissions, and fulfilment timelines.

•Maintain a live vendor database, contract repository, rate cards, and engagement trackers.

•Ensure compliance with procurement policies, legal documentation, and client-specific requirements.

•Coordinate closely with the US Sourcing Team to align on niche, senior, and freelance talent needs.

•Support pricing discussions, RFP/RFQ processes, and build scalable sourcing pipelines.

•Monitor spend, forecast vendor utilization, and support budget management in collaboration with Finance.

•Present regular vendor performance reports, dashboards, and procurement health metrics to leadership.

Key Skills & Competencies:

•2–6 years of experience in vendor management, procurement, sourcing operations, preferably in staffing, EdTech, BPO/KPO, or digital project outsourcing sectors

•Strong experience in US sourcing and vendor ecosystems (mandatory)

•Solid negotiation, contract management, and vendor relationship-building skills

•Exposure to freelance workforce models, SME staffing, and project outsourcing management

•Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management abilities

•Proficiency in Excel, vendor management platforms, Zoho Recruit, or similar systems

•Strong data orientation—experience in creating and maintaining vendor dashboards and MIS

•Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, hybrid work setup

Qualifications:

•Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, HR, or related fields

•Certifications in Vendor Management, Contract Management, or Procurement are an advantag

Responsibilities and Duties

• To Lead and execute the whole of the procurement function or in parts for Commercial Interiors category as per company norms
• Responsible for purchase decisions that impact cost of purchase, quality of purchase and timeliness of delivery etc of the purchase in relation to commercial interiors
• Implement Industry best practices for Purchase / Procurement by implementing Processes including automation of purchase processes, creating and revising existing procedures and formats used for purchase, updating the database and enhancing vendor connect
• To ensure internal customer delight by timely processing of quotes received from the site / vendors, evaluation of vendors in the line of priority for cost/quality/delivery/process compliance etc, management of payment cycles, inventory management and implementing effective mechanisms in purchase management
• Managing team of procurement executives or offices and freshers wherever applicable to deliver the team objectives by managing team interactions effectively and in collaborative manner . Equally so to manage individual contributor role in procurement function
• Responsible for periodic purchase related MIS and relevant daily, weekly and monthly reports to the management

Roles and Responsibilities :

• Handling inquiries to get quotations from the vendor and closing it by generating the purchase orders.
• Coordinating and negotiating with vendors to get the most cost effective quotations.
• Procure products at negotiated rates from vendors
• Researching new prospective brands and affitating with them for new business
• Establish and maintain relationships with industry influencers and key strategic partners
• Preparing proposals for the clients based on their respective inquiries. Utilizing excel to keep the dashboard off inquiries, quotation, purchase orders, payments & deliveries.

Key Skills required

• Excellent communication, presentation and leadership skills
• Sound knowledge of MS - Office
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
• Aptitude in presentation and public speaking
• Attention to details Critical thinker and analytical problem solver

What you need to have:

• Creating vendor-wise PO based on the total production requirement
• Raising PO to the vendors and following up with them for timely dispatch
• Managing the dispatches and deliveries of the items being ordered to the vendors
• Engaging with the logistics service providers to ensure timely delivery of the goods
• Supervising QC of the items received at factory
• Identifying the gaps in invoice and actual receipt and escalating to senior management
• Identifying new vendors for the required raw materials

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Good Hindi speaking skills
• Knowledge in Kannada
• Strong learning and ‘can-do’ attitude
• Experience of working in factory or warehouse
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task 
• Excellent command over MS Excel

• 3+ years experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain management or supplier management
• Bachelor’s degree - BE/ BTech
• Experience in supplier negotiations
• Understanding technical requirements and translating them to business/ sourcing parameters is a must
• Smart, creative thinker and problem-solver, fast learner, with demonstrated initiative
• Willingness to adapt to fast changing situations encountered in startups
• Strong writer and communicator, excellent listener, with superior sales skills and comfort regularly interacting with strangers

• MBA from a reputed college
• Experience in consumer electronics and good understanding of electronics manufacturing
• Prior experience in setting up sourcing programs, supplier management scorecards and dashboards