Job Title: Retail Sourcing Manager
Company: Chera Home Junction (A Unit of Vaanam Furnishings Pvt Ltd)
Location: Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Key Responsibilities:
1. Category Management and Product Sourcing:
- Develop and implement the overall strategy for multiple categories that include Household utensils, Home Decors, aligning with the company's objectives and market trends.
- Source a wide range of product assortment from various manufacturers and suppliers across India, ensuring product quality and competitive pricing.
- Identify new product opportunities and stay updated with industry trends to keep the category assortment fresh and relevant.
1. Supplier Management and Negotiation:
- Cultivate strong relationships with existing suppliers and constantly evaluate their performance to ensure consistent product supply and service levels.
- Identify and onboard recent suppliers, conducting due diligence and negotiating favourable terms and conditions to maximize cost efficiencies.
1. Inventory Management and Sales Analysis:
- Monitor inventory levels to optimize stock availability and minimize excess inventory costs.
- Analyse sales performance, consumer behaviour, and market trends to make informed decisions for assortment planning and stock replenishment.
1. Cross-functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with the marketing, operations, and sales teams to ensure seamless execution of category initiatives.
- Coordinate with Sales and Product teams to ensure adequate product knowledge is available for customer-facing teams.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, or Engineering.
- MBA preferred.
- 812 years of experience in Retail Sourcing Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, or Procurement, with at least 3 years in a managerial role within organized retail.
- Selected candidate shall receive salary ranging from INR 60,000 to 80,000 per month based on qualifications and experienc