Manager - Supply Chain/Operations - Home Decor Startup

We are looking forward to hiring for the role of Manager - Operations/ Supply Chain for a leading home decor based startup, based out of Gurgaon.

Job Description

- Should have strong knowledge of modular and loose furniture manufacturing processes, quality as well as vendor and client management.

- Improve efficiency of vendor production, quality, pricing & delivery timelines.

- Development and evaluate new vendors & negotiating price, delivery schedule and terms and conditions.

- Liaison with finance department for timely payment of bills & handling vendor inquiries.

- Manage all delivery related issues/delays/material shortages.

- Manage delivery & QC team and solve on ground issues.

- Planning and budgeting of purchase functions involving cost estimation, contract negotiations.

- Liaison with the production department to maintain optimum inventory.

- Implementing systems to avoid situations of over-stocking, out-of-stock, delays or partial shipments.

- Manage logistics partners to ensure minimum damages and optimum efficiency.

- Develop reports on efficiency of production, quality, timelines, cost, procurement and usage of material for top management.

- Conducting trainings for vendors to educate them about company's requirements and help in improving performance and reducing wastage.

Desired Candidate Profile: -

- 5+ years of experience in supply chain management/operations.

- Person must have team building and handling experience.

- Customer-driven with an adaptable and versatile approach to finding solutions.

- Must have excellent communication and presentation skills.

- Excellent selling and negotiation skills.

- Good interpersonal relationship.

Location: Gurgaon

Budget : 8-12 Lacs/ Annum