Category Manager - Special Projects || US Market

FLIPSPACES | US SUPPLY CHAIN

Manager Special Projects Category (Luxury Residential)

Grade Manager / Sr Manager

Location Mumbai (US-hours overlap)

Reports to Lead – Special Projects Category

Team Works with category and production executives

Function US Supply Chain – Category: Special Projects

Role purpose:

projects, on spec, on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing

• Turn design specs and drawings into BOQs and RFQs; get quotes from premium vendors.
• Compare bids, negotiate and raise POs within budget.
• Onboard new vendors for premium materials and finishes.

Samples and approvals

• Manage samples, mock-ups and shop drawing approvals with Design.

Execution

• Track production, inspections, packaging and dispatch; flag delays early.
• Coordinate site delivery with Logistics and Projects; close snags and replacements.

Reporting

• Keep project trackers, cost vs budget and vendor scorecards current.

KPIs / KRAs

KPI What it measures

On-time delivery % orders delivered to site on schedule

Cost vs budget Actual vs estimated cost per project

Approval TAT Days to sample and shop drawing approval; first-time approval rate

Quality Defects, rework and replacements

PO TAT Days from approved spec to PO

Qualifications and Experience

• B.E./B.Tech (Civil or Mechanical preferred), or B.Arch/Interior Design.
• MBA preferred.
• 4–7 years in sourcing or category roles for interiors, luxury residential, hospitality or premium furniture.
• Able to read drawings and material specs.

Skills

• Knowledge of premium materials and finishes.
• Negotiation, cost comparison and advanced Excel.
• Strong coordination and follow-up; willing to work US hours.

Key Interfaces

• Internal: Lead – Special Projects, Design, US Projects, Estimation, QC, Logistics.
• External: Premium vendors, artisans, QC agencies.