Procurement Executive

**Company Overview**

**Ant Mascot** is a leading platform specialising in personalised merchandise, office supplies, and corporate gifting. We provide businesses with a wide range of products tailored to their needs, including customisable items, corporate gifts, and festival-related products. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has positioned us as a trusted partner for MSMEs, startups, and large enterprises.

**Job Summary**

**Key Responsibilities Category Management**
- Develop and implement category strategies to achieve sales, profitability, and market share objectives.
- Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive landscape.
- Establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers, negotiating contracts and terms to secure favorable pricing and product availability.
- Monitor and analyze category performance, adjusting strategies as needed to optimize product assortment and achieve financial targets.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to develop promotional plans and drive category growth.

**Procurement and Sourcing**
- Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, assessing their capabilities, quality, and reliability.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to ensure cost-effective procurement and favorable terms.
- Manage the end-to-end procurement process, from order placement to delivery, ensuring timely and accurate fulfilment.
- Implement and maintain effective inventory management practices to minimise stockouts and overstock situations.

**Product Management**
- Oversee the product lifecycle, from selection and onboarding to discontinuation.
- Ensure that product assortments align with customer preferences and market demands.
- Work closely with the product development team to identify and introduce new products and innovations.
- Monitor product performance, analyzing sales data, customer feedback, and market trends to make informed decisions.

**Cross-Functional Collaboration**
- Collaborate with internal teams, including sales, marketing, and finance, to ensure alignment on category strategies and objectives.
- Provide input and support for budget planning and financial forecasting related to category performance.
- Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives to drive company-wide objectives and improvements.

**Reporting and Analytics**
- Develop and present regular reports on category performance, including sales, profitability, and inventory metrics.
- Utilize data analytics to identify trends, forecast demand, and make data-driven decisions.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide actionable insights to improve category performance.

**Qualifications Education and Experience**
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred.
- Proven experience as a Category Manager, Category Buyer, or in a similar role within retail, e-commerce, or a related industry.
- Strong understanding of category management principles, procurement processes, and supplier negotiations.

**Skills and Competencies**
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and make strategic decisions.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective supplier relationships.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and category management software.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Health insurance
- Provident Fund

Schedule:

- Day shift

Work Location: In person