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As a Vendor Manager at our E-commerce company based in Bangalore North, Karnataka, India, you will play a crucial role in developing and owning the strategy for a specific category. Your primary responsibility will be to work with a high-performing vendor management team, establishing and maintaining strong vendor partnerships, managing category profitability, optimizing pricing, and enhancing the overall customer experience. You are a seasoned business leader with a diverse skill set, including analytical capability, excellent business judgment, strong vendor management and negotiation skills, and a deep curiosity to improve operational efficiencies. **Roles and Responsibilities:** - Manage inputs such as selection, in-stock availability, financials, pricing, and promotions for the assigned category or brand - Conduct detailed analysis of data at granular levels, handle vendor escalations, and ensure clear communications - Dive deep into inputs to understand the downstream impact of changes on pricing, selection, and convenience for multiple subcategories - Own the Profit & Loss statement for multiple brands/subcategories, developing revenue and margin improvement plans - Develop strategic vendor business plans to maximize margins and enhance customer experience - Grow selection, improve terms and cost structures, and build long-term relationships with vendors - Focus on strategic negotiations to drive top- and bottom-line category growth - Identify growth opportunities and drive customer acquisition for multiple sub-categories **Additional Company Details:** Unfortunately, there are no additional company details provided in the job description. **Requirements:** **Technical Skills:** - Proficiency in Excel, proven analytical skills, and highly numerate - Demonstrated negotiation skills and experience leading teams and cross-functional projects - Strong influencing abilities and vendor management experience - Ability to thrive in a high-energy, fast-paced environment and operate effectively in both tactical and strategic modes - Willingness to be hands-on and proactive in getting tasks accomplished **Educational Qualifications:** - MBA/PGDM from reputed institutes such as IIM Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Calcutta, Lucknow, XLRI, ISB, FMS, or similar As a Vendor Manager, you are expected to demonstrate a deep understanding of customer needs, advocate for a quality customer experience, stay informed about the competition and industry trends, and identify long-term growth opportunities. You will also be responsible for knowledge management, self and team development, and effective recruitment practices.,
