The Category Manager will oversee specific product/ products and shall be responsible for ensuring optimal sourcing, pricing, services, authenticity and overall vendor relationship management. This full-time, on-site role is based in Ludhiana and involves managing procurement strategies, tracking category performance, and collaborating with project, finance, and operations teams. Day-to-day responsibilities include analyzing spend and market trends, identifying cost-saving opportunities, negotiating contracts with vendors, and maintaining solid supplier relationships.
Requirements Minimum educational qualification sought is graduation, however proficiency in Office Suite and good communication skills in English, Hindi and Punjabi are must. Candidates should have personal conveyance,
a valid DL and shall be open for traveling as per business requirements. Candidates should possess Contract Negotiation and Procurement skills to manage supplier selection, negotiate terms, and optimize cost and quality.
Candidates should possess interpersonal skills, and shall be good at relationship building. Candidates should have excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, with strong attention to detail and organisational skills. The position is open for freshers, however experienced candidates shall have an edge.
Reporting and feedback are must, it is mandatory to comply with daily reporting, weekly review and monthly review.