Assistant Manager - Commercial

As a Procurement Specialist at Lenskart, you will play a crucial role in developing and executing procurement strategies that are aligned with the company's objectives. Your responsibilities will include identifying, evaluating, and managing suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services. You will be expected to negotiate favorable terms and conditions with suppliers, monitor procurement costs, and identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement. Furthermore, you will need to collaborate with quality control teams to ensure that all procured products and services meet quality and compliance standards. Maintaining optimal inventory levels, coordinating with various departments to forecast demand, and avoiding overstock or shortages will also be part of your responsibilities. Keeping accurate procurement records, preparing and presenting regular reports on procurement activities, supplier performance, and cost savings to management will be essential. To excel in this role, you should hold a Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field and have 3-7 years of experience in procurement or a related role. You should have proven experience in supplier evaluation, selection, and relationship management, along with strong negotiation skills and proficiency in data analysis and market research. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, will be necessary for effective collaboration, and strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management abilities will help you handle multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently. If you are adaptable to changing business needs and market conditions and are passionate about making a difference in the eyewear industry, then this position at Lenskart is the perfect opportunity for you to contribute to our mission of serving One Billion eyes globally by 2025 and transforming the way people see and experience the world. Join us in our journey of innovation and excellence as we strive to reach new heights with cutting-edge technology and exceptional people.,