Buying Head
- Bigbasket
- 5 - 10 years
- Kochi
- 8 months ago
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Job Description
- Develop and execute sourcing and buying strategies to meet sales, margin, and inventory targets.
- Lead negotiations with vendors on pricing, terms, and margins while ensuring supply reliability.
- Identify and onboard new suppliers/vendors to expand product assortment and ensure competitive pricing.
- Analyze sales data, market trends, and customer behavior to make assortment decisions.
- Manage purchase planning in coordination with demand forecasting and inventory control teams.
- Ensure timely procurement of goods with a focus on minimizing stock-outs and overstock situations.
- Work closely with marketing and promotions teams to drive campaigns and product visibility.
- Monitor and control vendor performance in terms of quality, service level, and fulfillment.
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to procurement and vendor contracts.
- Build and lead a high-performing team of buyers and assistant buyers.
Desired Candidate Profile:
- Experience: 5-7+ years in procurement/buying, with at least 4.5 years in a leadership role; prior experience in retail/FMCG/e-commerce is a must.
- Education: Graduate (Fulltime)
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Analytical mindset with proficiency in using data for decision-making.
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and result-oriented environment.
Job Classification
Industry: RetailFunctional Area / Department: Procurement & Supply ChainRole Category: Procurement & PurchaseRole: Procurement Category ManagerEmployement Type: Full timeContact Details:
Company: BigbasketLocation(s): Kochi
Keyskills: Team Management FMCG buyer Procurement Negotiation Category Management Purchase Procurement Planning Sourcing Merchandising Retail Merchandising Vendor Sourcing Buying Purchase Management Supplier Management Buyer Activities Retail Buying Price Negotiation
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