Fabindia - Manager/Assistant Manager - Procurement

Description:

Job Responsibilities:

- Lead end-to-end procurement for CAPEX/OPEX materials and services across retail fit-outs, store openings, and refurbishments.

- Lead rate contract negotiations with OEMs and retail fit-out brands, securing favourable pricing, terms, and long-term agreements aligned with project budgets and timelines.

- Evaluate vendor performance, conduct audits, and build a reliable supplier network for long-term partnerships.

- Maintain & Develop New Vendors; Negotiate prices, Finalise Rate Contracts, Rate Contract Renewal and price bench-marking of Existing & New suppliers.

- Support cross-functional coordination with design, operations, and construction teams for smooth execution.

- Procurement of HVAC / AHU / Light Fixture / LED Glow Signage's / Modular Furniture Fixtures / CCTV / Security Anti-Theft Machines / LED DISPLAY/ Video Wall, Etc. required for Fit-out & Store Roll Out.

- Procurement of Packaging, Warehousing & Supply Chain Requirements for Warehouse Operations.

- Evaluation of Material Specifications and procurement of the material from supplier.

- Cost Benchmarking through RFQ & Tendering.

- Oversee timely release of purchase orders, approvals, and vendor payments through SAP.

- To track and follow up with all vendors for timely delivery of orders/bills and other special requirements.

- To work collectively and in collaborating manner across departments for enhanced productivity.

Mandatory Skills required:

- Vendor Coordination.

- SAP Knowledge.

- Planning & Organizing.

- MS Word & Excel.

- Commercial acumen.

- Negotiation skills.

- Years of Functional Experience: More than 6 years experience in managing the office procurement in medium to large organization.