Senior Vendor Manager

The Company strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. By giving customers more of what they want - low prices, vast selection, and convenience - The Company continues to grow and evolve as a world-class eCommerce platform.

They are looking for an experienced professional to support the relationships with vendors in the automotive segment to increase available selection, improve site content and drive a great experience for our customers across Europe.

The position is based in Bangalore.

Responsibilities:

- Support the sourcing strategy (direct/ indirect supply, priority brands and selection) for one or more of the key segments of the automotive category

- Increase selection available for customers of websites operated in Europe

- Support the establishment of long term relationships with leading brands and supporting the establishment of vendor agreements

- Support the execution of technical integration with suppliers and support projects to more efficiently source stock and assimilate vendor catalogs

- Assist the In-stock Management team in inventory management/ improvement activities

- Assist vendors to set-up promotions and merchandising activities and coordinate with the Site Merchandising team to execute these initiatives

- Participate in day-to-day back office operational aspects of the category, including gathering and addressing customer feedback & business improvement initiatives

- Develop knowledge of supply/ demand trends and success drivers in the automotive industry, be an ambassador within the automotive industry and continuously support the enhancement of this position

Basic Qualifications:

- Graduate preferably with an engineering degree and a work experience of 6+ years

- Strong business judgment with a track record of successfully supporting negotiations and overall relationship management.

- Candidate must be fluent in English and preferably one other European language.

- Proven analytical thinking, project management skills, attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills are essential

- A track record of proven success in past positions

- Ability to think strategically and tactically

- Tenacity to develop ideas independently and thrive in a fast-paced start-up environment is essential for success.

Preferred Qualifications

- MBA studies from Premiere-B school

- Additional European languages are a plus

- Previous experience in the automotive industry is a plus

- 6-10 years of experience

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