Procurement Specialist

JOB DETAILS:

Job Role: Procurement Manager

Industry: FMCG

Function: Procurement & Supply chain Management

Work Mode: ONSITE

Working Day: 5

Salary: Best in Industry

Experience: 7-10 years

Location: Gurgaon

Required Skills: Handling Procurement

Criteria:

• Proven experience in procurement within Cosmetics, Baby Care, or Personal Hygiene categories
• End-to-end procurement ownership (raw materials, packaging, finished goods)
• Strong experience in vendor sourcing, evaluation, onboarding, and negotiations
• Ability to manage pricing, MOQs, lead times, credit terms, and SLAs
• Hands-on experience in cost optimization and supplier consolidation
• Strong knowledge of quality, compliance, and regulatory standards (BIS, FDA, ISO, GMP)
• Strong capability in costing, BOMs, MIS, procurement KPIs, and analytics
• Excellent stakeholder management across supply chain, R&D, and marketing

Preferred but Expected 

• Experience in D2C or new-age startup environments
• Exposure to fast-paced, scale-up operations
• Experience managing inventory planning and obsolescence control

Description

Job Title: Procurement Manager – Cosmetics, Baby Care & Personal Hygiene

Role Overview

We are looking for a Procurement Manager with strong experience in Cosmetics, Baby Care, and Personal Hygiene categories, preferably from new-age D2C startups. The role will manage end-to-end procurement, vendor partnerships, cost optimization, and compliance, supporting fast-paced product launches and scale-up operations.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

• Lead end-to-end sourcing of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods

• Develop agile procurement strategies aligned with D2C business models

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard manufacturers, formulators, and packaging vendors

• Drive cost optimization, negotiations, and supplier consolidation

Vendor & Contract Management

• Negotiate pricing, MOQs, lead times, credit terms, and SLAs

• Manage long-term supplier relationships and performance metrics

• Draft and manage vendor contracts and rate cards

• Handle escalations and supply risks in high-growth environments

Quality, Compliance & Regulatory

• Ensure compliance with cosmetic, baby care, and hygiene regulations (BIS, FDA, ISO, GMP, etc.)

• Coordinate with QA/QC teams for audits, approvals, and quality assurance

• Ensure all regulatory documentation is maintained and audit-ready

Planning, Inventory & NPD Support

• Collaborate with demand planning, supply chain, R&D, and marketing teams

• Support New Product Development (NPD) sourcing and rapid launch timelines

• Maintain optimal inventory levels while minimizing excess and obsolescence

Costing, MIS & Analytics

• Prepare cost sheets, BOMs, and vendor benchmarks

• Track savings, procurement KPIs, and supplier performance

• Present regular MIS and insights to leadership

Key Responsibilities:

• Estimation & Coordination
• Work closely with interior designers to understand project requirements.
• Assist in preparing BOQs (Bill of Quantities) and cost estimations.
• Provide market rates and vendor inputs during the design stage.
• Quotation Management
• Source multiple quotations for materials, furniture, fittings, and finishes.
• Prepare comparative statements (quotation analysis) for management review.
• Negotiations & Approvals
• Negotiate prices, delivery timelines, and payment terms with vendors.
• Get approvals from management and issue purchase orders.
• Ensure all approvals, contracts, and documentation are properly maintained.
• Vendor & Material Management
• Identify and maintain a network of reliable vendors for all interior categories.
• Coordinate with vendors for timely supply as per project schedule.
• Resolve issues related to quality, billing, or delivery delays.
• Cost Control & Compliance
• Monitor material usage to minimize wastage.
• Ensure purchases are within approved budgets.
• Comply with company procurement policies and quality standards.

Skills & Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of interior materials, BOQs, and cost estimation.
• Ability to collaborate with interior designers and project managers.
• Excellent negotiation, vendor management, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel / ERP procurement tools.
• 8–12 years’ experience in procurement/vendor management in interiors or construction.

Working day - Tue-Sun . Monday off 

About the Client

Our client is a renowned luxury interiors brand recognized for crafting bespoke, high-end designs and delivering timeless, elegant living spaces. With a reputation for precision and excellence, they continue to set benchmarks in the premium interiors industry.

We’re Hiring – Purchase Manager(Interiors)

We have 1 open position for a dynamic Purchase & Vendor Management Professional in the interiors industry.

Working Days: Tuesday–Sunday (Monday Off)

Key Responsibilities

• Estimation & Coordination: Work with interior designers to prepare BOQs, cost estimations, and provide market/vendor insights.
• Quotation Management: Source multiple quotations, prepare comparative statements, and support management in decision-making.
• Negotiations & Approvals: Negotiate with vendors on pricing, delivery, and payment terms. Manage approvals, contracts, and POs.
• Vendor & Material Management: Build and maintain a strong vendor network, ensure timely delivery, and resolve quality or billing issues.
• Cost Control & Compliance: Monitor material usage, ensure budget compliance, and adhere to procurement policies.

Skills & Requirements

• Strong knowledge of interior materials, BOQs, and cost estimation
• 4–8 years’ experience in procurement/vendor management (interiors or construction)
• Excellent negotiation, vendor management and documentation skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel / ERP tools

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

Dear Applicants,

We are looking for a spontaneous Business Development Manager with minimum 5 year of experience who is passionate about technology to oversee our brand’s presence. You should be able to approach and acquire new clients. Besides, you should also be able to maintain long-term business relations with the existing clients. 

Job Description

We are currently seeking a dynamic and results-oriented business Development Executive to join our company. As the business Development manager, you will be responsible for driving sales growth and expanding our customer base in the cybersecurity industry.

Responsibilities

• Pitch to a variety of stakeholders – Advisory Board Members, CEO, CTO, IT Managers, Information Security Heads, CISO.
• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve company targets and objectives.
• Identify and engage with potential clients, including business owners, managers, and decision-makers, to understand their cybersecurity needs and present our solutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
• Lead the entire sales process, from prospecting and lead generation to contract negotiation and closing deals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including cybersecurity professionals and technical experts, to develop and deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies in the cybersecurity space.
• Track sales activities, pipeline, and performance metrics, providing regular reports to the management team.
• Continuously improve sales processes and identify opportunities for business growth.
• Represent the company at industry conferences, trade shows, and networking events to showcase our services and establish new business relationships.

Candidate Skills

• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth in the 
• cybersecurity or IT industry.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and trends, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical clients.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish trust with clients.
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented, with a proactive approach to identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Prior experience in selling cybersecurity training and services is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have a degree in the field of business administration.
• Any vendor natural business development training and certification will be preferred.

Benefits

• Lead a high-performing sales team, shaping strategies, and driving revenue growth.
• Represent cutting-edge IT products and solutions, staying at the forefront of industry 
• trends.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the organization as you demonstrate success.
• Opportunities to build a strong professional network in the IT industry through Conferences, events, and meetings.

What you need to have:

• 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