Purchase Planning and Operations - Manager

Manager - Purchase Planning and Operations

Location: Gurgaon

Type: Full time

About the Role

Manager Purchase Planning and Operations will be responsible for creating regional strategic

procurement SOPs across product categories and having them executed on a day to day basis. Also,

he/she will take part in implementation of the purchase calendar across warehouses based on the

periodic demand forecast plan received from the planning team. Timely sourcing, vendor relationship

management and vendor contract management will be the core responsibilities of Purchase Manager

He/She will report into the Head of Supply Chain with strategic oversight from the COO.

Key Responsibilities/What You Will Do

● Develop, Lead and Execute purchase strategies across regions and categories.

● Track and report key functional metrics (Ex- OTIF) to improve process effectiveness and improve

vendor relationships.

● Craft vendor negotiation strategies and close vendor deals with optimal terms of trade.

● Partnering with all the vendors and stakeholders to ensure transparent contract management.

● Perform various cost analysis with respect to inventory planning and management, What If

analysis and benchmarking in purchase function.

● Determine quantity and timing of deliveries based on periodic demand forecasts and monitor

levels of demand basis available inventory space across warehouses.

● Assess, manage and mitigate risks of physical inventory damage.

Qualifications & Skills/What You Need

● Proven experience as purchase manager across different businesses (including retail & e-com).

● Exceptional networking & negotiation skills along with interest in changing market dynamics.

● Working experience of vendor management software.

● Strong ability to gather and analyse data and to work with numbers. Preferably working

knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including advanced excel features.

● Ability to lead, make sound judgements and take timely decisions of own function.

● Strong mathematical and statistical skills set.

● Excellent communication and presentation skills.

● Ability to work across cultures & a pro-active thinker

● Bachelor’s degree / professional certification in Supply Chain Management/ Logistics or Business

Administration

● Hands on experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) system 6-8 years of related

experience with at-least 2+ years as Managing Purchase Operations

You will feel right at home with us if:

● You have strong communication and collaboration skills.

● You are passionate about pets and love innovating.

About Us

At Heads Up For Tails, we don’t just cater to pets; we celebrate them as family.

We have over 100+ stores across 20 cities, hosting 5000+ India-first, category-defining products, all

thoughtfully designed to bring joy, comfort, and well-being to our furry companions.

Founded with a deep passion for improving the lives of pets and their families, HUFT has grown to

become India’s most loved pet care brand.

Our Mission:

To create and curate innovative products and services that bring joy to pets and their family, one home

at a time.

Our Culture:

We are driven by a core set of values: kindness, innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity.

Whether it’s designing our products, interacting with customers, or building our team, everything we do

is guided by these principles.

Our Achievements:

● Recognised as the market leader in India’s rapidly growing pet care industry.

● Trusted by thousands of pet parents for our high-quality, thoughtfully designed products.

● Leading the way in creating pet care solutions tailored specifically to the needs of Indian pet

families.

At HUFT, we’re not just building a brand—we’re creating a community of pet lovers who believe in

making a difference.

Why Work with HUFT?

● Be part of a fast-growing company in one of India’s most exciting markets—pet care.

● Thrive in a collaborative and dynamic environment where creativity and ownership is celebrated.

● Grow with a purpose-driven organization that champions the well-being of our furry family

members

● Work with a team of passionate individuals who share your love for pets.

What We Offer

As part of our pack, you’ll enjoy:

● A collaborative, supportive, and pet-friendly work environment.

● Opportunities to innovate and solve meaningful and complex challenges in the pet care space.

● The chance to make a real difference in the lives of pets and their families.

● Medical Insurance/Perks

Check out more about us on www.huft.com