Manager Vendor Onboarding, Sourcing & Cataloging

As a highly motivated and strategic professional, you will be responsible for leading vendor onboarding, sourcing, product cataloging, and data management functions. Your role will also involve supporting the sales team with competitive pricing strategies and assisting in closing deals faster. The ideal candidate will possess strong vendor relationship skills, business acumen, data-driven decision-making capabilities, and team leadership abilities. Key Responsibilities: - Develop, implement, and oversee the vendor onboarding process, ensuring compliance with company policies and quality standards. - Build and maintain long-term partnerships with vendors across various product categories. - Continuously assess vendor performance and negotiate favorable terms. - Lead sourcing initiatives to procure products cost-effectively. - Analyze market trends and competitor pricing to maintain a competitive advantage. - Negotiate contracts, pricing, and supply terms with vendors to maximize margins and enhance deal closures. - Supervise product catalog creation and maintenance, ensuring data accuracy and completeness. - Oversee product content updates such as titles, descriptions, specifications, images, and pricing. - Implement efficient systems and processes for managing large-scale vendor and product data. - Collaborate with the sales team to offer sourcing solutions and optimal pricing options. - Support faster deal closures by providing alternate sourcing strategies and vendor options. - Assist in creating customized catalogs or proposals for clients as needed. - Manage and mentor a team of executives handling onboarding, sourcing, and cataloging activities. - Work closely with sales, marketing, and operations teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives. - Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability. - Monitor vendor KPIs, pricing trends, and sourcing performance. - Present regular reports and insights to senior management for decision-making. Requirements: - Bachelors/Masters degree in Business, Supply Chain, Marketing, or a related field. - 5+ years of experience in vendor management, sourcing, or procurement, preferably in e-commerce or B2B corporate gifting. - Proven expertise in negotiation and vendor relationship management. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven decision-making approach. - Proficiency in MS Excel/Google Sheets; knowledge of ERP/CRM systems is a plus. - Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills. - Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment. Job Type: Full-time Work Location: In person,