Supply Chain Associate

As a Supply Chain Associate at Theater, a dynamic and rapidly growing fashion start-up based in Chandigarh (CCR), your primary responsibility will be to ensure the efficient flow of materials and information from suppliers to customers. Your extensive experience in supply chain management will be crucial in owning supply chain agility, ensuring continuous improvement of production quality and lead time, and ensuring timely delivery of components and inventory by vendors. You will be required to identify and resolve any supply chain bottlenecks or issues that may affect category performance, develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, and negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to ensure the best value for the company. Collaboration with the Sampling Team and Creative Teams will also be an essential part of your role. You will partner with these teams to ensure that product launches and new designs align with category goals and market trends. Moreover, you will ensure that the creative team understands category priorities and timelines, monitor creative deliverables, and escalate delays wherever required. Furthermore, your collaboration with the Category Team will involve ensuring that supply chain management is in alignment with the overall category strategy for various categories, including inventory for components, products, or packaging. To qualify for this role, you should have a Bachelor's degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, along with 2-4 years of experience in supply chain management, preferably in the fashion industry. A strong understanding of fashion trends, consumer behavior, and retail dynamics is essential, along with excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills. Proficiency in inventory management systems and data analysis tools, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities, are also required. Key competencies for success in this role include the ability to Get Things Done, negotiation skills, analytical and problem-solving abilities, cross-functional collaboration, adaptability and flexibility, and strong communication and interpersonal skills. If you are interested in this full-time position, please send your CV to careers@theater.xyz with the subject line "Supply Chain Associate CV". Theater is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.,