Role: Senior Vendor Manager

Position Open No: 1

Locations Open: Mumbai

Job Summary:

Interior Company is a subsidiary of Square Yards – India’s largest real estate platform. Square Yards is India’s top-notch seller of new homes with offices in 30 Cities across 9 countries. Run by a group of talented professionals driven by the passion for interior designing, a frenzy for art and aesthetics and large doses of caffeine running in their veins, Interior Company brings to you a hassle-free interior designing experience and white glove services. We listen to your preferences, top it up with our expertise and replicate your personality in your home décor.

A Senior Vendor Manager for interior design is responsible for working with vendors to ensure a reliable supply of high-quality products and services, and for maintaining good relationships with vendors.

• Vendor selection: Determine which vendors are best suited to the company's needs, and consider factors like their facilities, reach, and location.
• Negotiating contracts: Negotiate contracts to get the desired pricing.
• Maintaining relationships: Maintain good relationships with vendors throughout the company's use of their products and services.
• Communicating with vendors: Communicate with vendors to ask questions about products or prices.
• Inspecting products: Visit vendors to inspect their products.
• Analysing vendors: Analyse multiple vendors to decide which to use for a particular product.
• Providing leadership: Provide leadership over purchasing agents and buyers.
• Mediating: Ensure harmonious ties between the company and its vendors.
• Planning: Determine how suppliers can integrate with the company's objectives.
• Cost controls: Use increased visibility to control costs, and negotiate rates rationally.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, or related field.
• 6 years of experience in interior finishing both commercial and home interior.
• Proven track record of managing vendor relationships and procurement processes.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A creative and supportive work environment.