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Job Description
- Raw Material Procurement: Source natural oils, butters, fragrances, and other inputs for core bath & body manufacturing, ensuring authenticity, quality, and compliance.
- Packaging & Gift Material Procurement: Source bottles, jars, boxes, labels, soap wraps, and sustainable packaging for regular SKUs, as well as unique and customizable materials for corporate gift sets and seasonal collections.
- Vendor Management & Negotiation: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers across raw materials, packaging, and gifting categories; negotiate favorable pricing and terms.
- Retail & Corporate Alignment: Balance long-term procurement planning for retail products with quick sourcing agility for corporate gifting and festival-driven projects.
- Supply Chain Coordination: Work closely with production, inventory, and sales teams to forecast demand, avoid stockouts, and ensure smooth operations.
- Logistics & Timelines: Monitor supplier deliveries to ensure OTIF (On Time In Full) fulfilment; coordinate transport for both retail shipments and corporate gift consignments.
- Cross-Functional Support: Partner with design and marketing and factory teams to develop unique packaging concepts and sourcing solutions for campaigns and launches.
- Reporting: Prepare procurement reports highlighting cost savings, supplier performance, and KPIs.