Vendor Acquisition & Relationship Manager

The Vendor Acquisition & Relationship Manager role at Owleto in Kozhikode within the Sales & Vendor Management department involves building and nurturing partnerships with various vendors like restaurants, grocery stores, and pharmacies. Your responsibilities include identifying and onboarding new vendors, ensuring smooth operations, and cultivating long-term relationships to enhance their performance on the platform. Strong communication skills, strategic thinking, and a results-driven approach are essential to meet business objectives effectively. In terms of Vendor Acquisition, you will be required to identify suitable vendors aligning with the platform's goals, pitch Owleto's value proposition, and negotiate favorable terms for mutual profitability. As the primary point of contact for vendors, you will address their queries, maintain healthy relationships, and provide them with regular updates on business opportunities and performance analytics. Monitoring vendor performance metrics and implementing improvement strategies are crucial aspects of the role. Your role also involves developing sales strategies for vendor onboarding, collaborating with internal teams for seamless integration, and analyzing market trends for expansion opportunities. Compliance with company policies, optimizing vendor onboarding processes, and setting clear KPIs for vendor satisfaction are part of your responsibilities. Additionally, you will be expected to possess a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field, with 2+ years of experience in vendor acquisition, B2B sales, or business development. Proficiency in CRM tools, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment are required. Owleto offers a competitive salary, performance-based incentives, growth opportunities, a collaborative team culture, and the chance to contribute significantly by developing a robust vendor ecosystem. The position is full-time and permanent, with benefits including health insurance, provident fund, day shift schedule, performance and yearly bonuses. Candidates should be willing to commute or relocate to Kozhikode, Kerala, and must have 2 years of experience in B2B sales and business development. The work location is in person.,