Deputy Manager - Vendor Management
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with experience in the steel industry. This role is essential in maintaining strong vendor relationships, ensuring cost-effective procurement, and driving operational efficiency. The ideal candidate should have strong negotiation skills, experience in managing vendor relations, and the ability to meet margins and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Vendor Management:
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key vendors to ensure high-quality supplies and services.
- Monitor vendor performance and adherence to contract terms, quality standards, and timelines.
- Act as the primary point of contact for all vendor-related inquiries and issues.
- Negotiation:
- Negotiate contract terms, pricing, and discounts with vendors to optimize costs and meet budget requirements.
- Ensure the best possible deals while maintaining quality standards and aligning with company goals.
- Continuously evaluate and negotiate to secure cost-effective and timely sourcing.
- Meeting Margins:
- Ensure vendor arrangements align with budgetary constraints to meet company profit margins.
- Strategically manage costs by identifying opportunities for savings without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Regularly review and analyze expenditures with vendors to optimize cost-effectiveness.
- Dealing with Transporters and Drivers:
- Coordinate with transporters and drivers to ensure timely and safe delivery of materials.
- Address any issues related to transportation, such as delays, damage, or quality concerns.
- Foster good working relationships with transportation providers to improve service reliability and efficiency.
- Industry Expertise:
- Maintain a deep understanding of the steel industry, including market trends, pricing, and supply chain dynamics.
- Leverage industry insights to make informed purchasing and vendor management decisions.
- Stay updated on competitor activities and industry benchmarks to maintain a competitive edge
Desired Profile / Criteria / Skills :
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field.
- Proven experience in vendor management, particularly within the steel industry.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Ability to analyze data and meet profit margin goals.
- Experience in handling logistics and transport-related coordination is a plus.
Skills:
- Negotiation and contract management
- Relationship management
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving
- Data analysis and cost optimization
- Strong understanding of supply chain and logistics
Company Profile
The company is a world-renowned $13 billion conglomerate with presence across various sectors: Steel, Energy, Minerals, Port & Infrastructure, Cement, Ventures & Paints across India, the US, South America & Africa.
Leveraging their extensive distribution network & supply chain mgmt. exp, they bring to India their B2B Ecommerce ---.
This is a growth oriented tech company that is building the most preferred --- stop, omni-channel & integrated tech-led offering for MSMEs, Individual Home Builders (IHBs) & turn-key construction contractors.
Key Clients :
MSMEs: Manufacturing business that require steel for industrial use.
Independent Home Builders (IHB's): Those who build residential properties on their own land (may not be an enterprise).
Independent Customers: Builders, who develop properties for personal end use.
Influencers: This group consists of masons, contractors, architects, fabricators, interior designers etc.
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