Supply Acquisition

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Tender Identification & Management:
• Identify and analyze relevant tenders, RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs in the cybersecurity domain from global and Indian markets.
• Manage the entire tender process, from tender registration, document preparation, submission, to follow-up.
• Maintain updated knowledge of procurement platforms (e.g., GeM, CPPP, and global e-tendering systems) and tender submission requirements.
• Proposal & Bid Writing:
• Draft and prepare well-structured, high-quality proposals that meet the requirements of both technical and commercial aspects of tenders.
• Collaborate with internal teams (technical, legal, finance) to ensure all aspects of the tender response align with the client's specifications.
• Tailor cybersecurity solutions based on the unique requirements of each tender and showcase Certcube Labs' capabilities effectively.
• Compliance & Documentation:
• Ensure that all tender documentation complies with legal, regulatory, and client requirements.
• Gather necessary supporting documents, including certifications, project references, and technical compliance documents.
• Review contracts and NDAs to ensure all legal and compliance aspects are covered.
• Risk & Financial Analysis:
• Assess the financial, legal, and operational risks associated with tenders and propose mitigation strategies.
• Prepare detailed pricing models and cost estimates for cybersecurity solutions and services.
• Market & Competitor Analysis:
• Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and pricing strategies in cybersecurity.
• Provide insights on positioning Certcube Labs’ services to increase competitiveness in global and Indian tenders.
• Stakeholder Management:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, government agencies, and key stakeholders involved in the tendering process.
• Coordinate and liaise with vendors, partners, and subcontractors to gather relevant inputs for tender responses.
• Post-Tender Activities:
• Manage follow-ups on tender submissions, respond to clarifications, and negotiate terms and conditions when required.
• Maintain a detailed database of all tenders, submissions, and outcomes for internal tracking and reporting.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in tender/bid management, preferably in the cybersecurity or IT sector.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity concepts and services (e.g., penetration testing, SOC services, vulnerability assessments, compliance frameworks).
• Familiarity with procurement platforms (e.g., GeM, CPPP) and experience in both Indian and global tender submission processes.
• Excellent proposal and bid writing skills with the ability to articulate complex technical solutions clearly.
• Experience in financial analysis, risk assessment, and pricing strategies for large-scale contracts.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and document management tools.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to collaborate with technical teams and communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.

Requirement :-

- 3-5 Yrs Exp. Ecommerce / D2C exp preferred
- Ideally from the future ecosystem, who will be able to manage imports, TP purchases
- Also lead Traded Products + Packaging Procurement.

Required Skills:

Qualification: PUC / Graduation

Experience: 0 – 3 Years

Shift: Day Shift ( 6 days Working ) 

Shift Timings: (10.00am to 6.30pm) 

Languages: English and Hindi + Any regional Language (Must)

Location: Banashankari 2nd Stage (Bangalore)

Immediate Joining - Only

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Excellent Communication Skill in English.

2. Selling products and services using solid rebuttals to prospective customers.

3. Passionate for sales & high on energy level.

4. Enthusiastic & have zeal to perform

5. Should be comfortable for sales in voice process

• 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

• Creating cost effective, scalable, agile processes that can cater to increased production requirements
• Creating and executing the production plan
• Collaborating closely with the Business Analyst(s) and the Merchandiser(s) for the same
• Ensuring that the manufactured apparels (both inhouse and at vendor site) meet the quality benchmarks
• Bringing in more robust quality measures to the entire production process
• Motivating and upskilling his teams and ensuring smooth communication and collaboration at all times
• Ensuring complete and timely handoffs amongst teams to ensure the manufacturing is as per plan
• Ensuring that the vendors are able to fulfill the manufacturing requirements on time and that there are no delays on their front because of capacity issues
• Creating stringent processes related to vendor allocation and follow ups to ensure timely delivery
• Partnering with internal teams such as Merchandisers, Technology, Finance, HR, Legal etc
• Ensuring that the processes and their interface with technology stays updated with changing times
• Submitting production cost estimates and ensuring the Purchasing Orders are issued on time
• Ensuring cost optimization and ensuring strong fiscal controls are in place across the production process
• Driving a strong execution culture within his team so as to ensure that delivery is as per the production planned/ launch plan
• Communicating terms and conditions applicable to all external partners related to Production and ensuring adherence to the same
• Introducing best practices to the organization

Desired Candidate Profile

• 10+ years of relevant experience (preferable)
• Planning skills
• Strong excel skills
• Understanding of block prints and supplier/vendor networks- Should also come with his/her own network in place
• Cost cutting abilities
• Strong process orientation and inclination for documentation
• Customer FIRST Mindset
• Good communication Skills (Fluency in English is not a mandate)
• Strong Interpersonal Skills
• Stakeholder management and people management skills
• Vendor Management
• Strong prioritization and organising skills
• Ability to get work done through others
• Ability to multitask
• Prior experience as an Operations/ Production Manager for a manufacturing concern preferably in an ecommerce set up
• Experience in handling large internal teams as well as a large vendor network

• Negotiating rates with vendors
• Cancelling orders if required
• Coordinating with vendors to meet in store delivery date
• Maintaining in and out sheet and ensuring that all codes, color references, fabric composition/ descriptions are correct
• Managing vendors and sourcing new vendors if required
• Giving approvals on fabric and trims received
• Making sure that we receive PP samples before bulk
• Getting test reports from labs
• Informing the team of any delays, reporting any under/over deliveries we are facing from the vendors and give suggestions/solutions accordingly
• Debiting vendors for delays in deliveries
• Travelling to vendor units to check production
• Controlling inventory levels by conducting physical counts
• Working with Finance to ensure all invoices are accurate and that the relevant paperwork is processed to allow prompt payments
• Managing internal and external fabric queries/availability/quality issues/shortages
• Managing and updating stock levels on a daily basis ensuring all transfers, deliveries and returns are recorded accurately
• Sending out weekly fabric stock updates to relevant people / departments
• Critical path management

Desired Candidate Profile

• 4+ years’ experience working in a role involving raw material/fabric buying within the same industry
• Good knowledge of block printing, dying, special finishes and extras processes such as washing, mercerisation etc
• Basic understanding of textiles/fabrics and their different traits
• Experience of working with Indian Fabric mills
• Good network of fabric/trim vendors
• Good negotiating skills
• Excellent administration and time management skills
• Strong communication skills and an ability to build strong relationships with colleagues, suppliers and manufacturers
• Excellent Excel skills - ability to create spreadsheets and use basic formulas such as V look up
• Attention to detail, efficiency and ability to work calmly under pressure
• Hardworking Attitude
• Excellent organisational skills

• Demand planning
• Create the vendor funnel of ATL & BTL marketing agencies
• Procure to pay process management and ensuring compliance with process KPIs
• Order scheduling and expediting
• Work closely with suppliers to ensure effective support
• Supervising goods/service receipt and cycle count process at the office to ensure timely receiving of goods
• Support and coordinate with the various departments particularly with accounts with ease
• Handle internal audits
• MIS preparation