Procurement Manager

Location: Mumbai Type: Full-time Experience: 3–6 years Industry: Consumer Appliances / Hardware / D2C Reports to: Founders & CoS About Edition At Edition , we’re building a new-age, design-led smart appliances brand tailored for the modern Indian and global consumer. We believe the daily rituals that shape our lives deserve better products . Products that are not just functional, but beautifully designed and deeply thoughtful. We’re redefining the category—blending design, technology, and user-centric thinking into every product we create. Role Overview As Procurement Manager , you will be responsible for owning the end-to-end sourcing and procurement function—right from identifying the right suppliers in India & globally to ensuring timely deliveries and cost-effective procurement for all product categories. This is a critical role where your decisions directly impact our unit economics, product timelines, and customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities Global Sourcing & Supplier Management Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers for appliances, accessories, and components Negotiate best-in-class pricing, payment terms, MOQs, and lead times. Procurement Operations Manage purchase orders, delivery schedules, and import documentation. Liaise with freight forwarders, customs agents, and 3PLs for seamless import operations. Vendor Relationships & Audits Build long-term relationships with key vendors. Conduct supplier capability audits (directly or via third-party agencies). Cost Optimization & Margin Control Work closely with the finance team to maintain healthy gross margins. Track landed cost, duties, and other cost elements to ensure accurate pricing decisions. Inventory & Planning Support Coordinate with demand planners and operations to ensure procurement aligns with sales forecasts and inventory goals. Ensure zero stockouts or overstocking of high-SKU items. Cross-functional Collaboration Work with design, product, and engineering teams to translate specs into purchase-ready documents. Support product development timelines by securing component samples and production slots. Ideal Candidate 3–6 years of procurement experience, preferably in D2C/consumer electronics or appliance categories. Prior experience working with manf / procurements in India , Korea, China, Vietnam,Taiwan . Strong understanding of import processes, international logistics, and documentation . Negotiation, costing, and analytical skills to drive margin-focused decisions. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ambiguous startup environment. Fluent in English; Mandarin/Vietnamese is a plus (not mandatory). Why Join Edition? Be part of an early-stage, fast-growing consumer brand redefining a legacy category. High ownership, direct impact, and visibility with founders. Work at the intersection of design, engineering, and consumer experience. Show more Show less