Vendor Development Executive

About Company We are an upcoming e-commerce platform focused exclusively on delivering packaged water and relatedhydration solutions to consumers and businesses. Our mission is to simplify and speed up access to clean andsafe drinking water. We’re looking for an agile and driven individual to join us at this early stage to shape andscale our vendor network. Key Roles and Responsibilities- ● Procuring existing clients through direct contact and word-of-mouth. ● Negotiating with clients to secure the most attractive prices. ● Identify, onboard, and manage vendor partners (e.g., packaged water brands, distributors, suppliers). ● Negotiate pricing, terms, and agreements for bulk purchases to ensure profitability and smooth supplychain flow. ● Build long-term vendor relationships to ensure service quality, timely supply, and trust. ● Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and stay updated with local and regional pricing trends. ● Coordinate with internal teams (operations, logistics, tech) to ensure vendor orders and SLAs are met. ● Visit vendors physically when required for closure, verification, or issue resolution. ● Maintain proper documentation including vendor agreements, purchase orders, and onboarding details. ● Monitor vendor performance metrics like order fulfillment rate, quality compliance, and delivery timelines. Knowledge and Skills ● Education: Any masters (preferably in Business,Supply Chain, or related fields) ● Experience: 3-4 Years of experience in vendormanagement, procurement, or supply chain(preferably in e-commerce, FMCG, orwater/food & beverages industry). ● Excellent negotiation and communication skills. ● Strong organizational skills & proactive approach. ● Comfortable with on-field visits and business travelas required. ● Familiarity with vendor onboarding processes,contracts, and procurement tools is a plus. Attitude / Other Perks ● Adaptive to challenging environment ● Proactive, results-oriented and organized ● Willingness to collaborate and coordinate withdifferent departments and team members ● Young and vibrant team ● Fast paced and growth minded culture ● Networking opportunity ● Professional growth and recognition Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month Benefits: Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Morning shift Work Location: In person