International Buyer Operation Associate

Role: International Buyer Operations Associate

Location: Noida

Reports to: Founders / COO
Experience: 2-5 years in merchandising/ international buyer management

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a driven and detail-oriented International Buyer Operations Associate to own and streamline back-office operations for our international buyers (US & EU). This role requires a blend of strong merchandising fundamentals, excellent communication skills, and a business-first mindset.

You will act as the operations backbone for our buyer accounts - managing data, production tracking, communication, and project coordination from end to end. Over time, this role will also contribute to scaling our back-office services to additional clients.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Buyer Operations & Communication

• Serve as the primary operational contact for international buyers.
• Manage all back-office workflows including vendor onboarding, PO creation, data handling, production updates and reporting.
• Draft clear, concise communication for buyers-both written and verbal.
• Ensure timely follow-ups, action closures, and proactive problem-solving.
  

2. Merchandising Support

• Understand buyer expectations, product categories, and merchandising timelines.
• Coordinate with internal teams, factories, shipping to ensure accurate execution.
• Review product details, packaging, specs, and order information for completeness and accuracy.

3. Project Management

• Track multiple orders and clients simultaneously with strong attention to detail.
• Maintain data sheets and work with buyer ERPs.
• Identify operational gaps and suggest process improvements.
  

4. Business Expansion (Future Responsibility)

• Support leadership in building a scalable back-office operations offering.
• Develop frameworks, processes, and SOPs that can onboard additional junior team members over time.
• Assist in evaluating and onboarding new buyer accounts into the back-office model.
  

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• 25 years in merchandising, sourcing, or similar roles handling international buyers. Its a plus if you have worked at a liaison office.
• MBA is a plus but not mandatory; strong business instincts matter more.
• High ownership mindset with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to quickly grasp new processes, tools, and expectations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skillsclarity, structure, and confidence.
• Strong attention to detail, project management, organisational, and analytical abilities.
  

WHY JOIN US

• Work closely with founders and senior leadership.
• Take ownership of high-visibility international clients.
• Opportunity to build and scale a new business vertical.
• Fast-growth, merit-driven environment.