ETHICS GROUP OF COMPANIES
Website:
ethicsgroup.in
Job details:
Department: Operations / Sourcing
Location: Gurgaon
Experience: 2–4 Years
Industry: Home Décor / Lifestyle / Handicrafts
Role Overview
The Sourcing Executive will be responsible for product sourcing, vendor development, negotiation and new product development for Kaari Tales. The role requires strong market understanding, vendor relationships and the ability to source quality products at competitive prices.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and onboard new vendors, artisans, manufacturers and suppliers.
- Source products based on design, quality, pricing and business requirements.
- Develop and maintain a strong vendor network and database.
- Negotiate buying prices, MOQ, payment terms, lead times and delivery schedules.
- Collect and compare vendor quotations and prepare product costing.
- Coordinate samples, product modifications and approvals with the design and operations teams.
- Track production and ensure timely delivery of orders.
- Coordinate with QC teams to ensure products meet Kaari Tales’ quality standards.
- Conduct regular market and competitor research to identify new products, designs and trends.
- Support sourcing for D2C, marketplaces, B2B orders, exhibitions and festive collections.
- Maintain sourcing-related records including vendor details, quotations, samples, costing and purchase status.
- Identify opportunities for cost optimisation and improved vendor terms.
Key Skills
- Strong vendor management & negotiation
- Product sourcing and development
- Costing and margin understanding
- Market and competitor research
- Strong follow-up and coordination
- Good communication skills
- MS Excel / Google Sheets
Preferred Background
Candidates with experience in home décor, handicrafts, lifestyle, gifting, furniture or consumer products will be preferred.
Key Performance Indicators
- Competitive sourcing and cost savings
- New vendor development
- New SKU/product development
- Timely sourcing and delivery
- Vendor quality and reliability
- Achievement of target buying prices
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