What You'll Be Doing
Supplier Onboarding & Management
- Identify, approach, and onboard new suppliers (sellers, manufacturers, importers) from online marketplaces and offline channels
- Build a robust pipeline of quality suppliers aligned with category strategy
- Drive documentation, training, and activation for new vendors to go live on the platform
- Negotiate commercial terms, product assortments, and return policies with vendors
- Serve as the single point of contact for your supplier base to manage day-to-day interactions, concerns, and business growth
Business Development
Drive revenue and supply-side metrics by onboarding high-potential sellers in priority categoriesCollaborate with category managers and growth teams to identify supply gaps and fill them with new vendorsBuild a strong understanding of key value levers pricing, margins, fulfilment capabilities, etc. to ensure seller successMaintain a high share-of-wallet with each supplier through relationship building and periodic performance reviewsMarket & Competition Intelligence
Stay informed on trends across e-commerce platforms (Flipkart, Meesho, Amazon, etc.) and emerging supplier behavioursContinuously benchmark supplier incentives, commission structures, and onboarding experience across platformsBring fresh insights on product trends, hot categories, and untapped geographiesAnticipate potential risks or supply-side challenges and mitigate them proactivelyOperational Excellence
Coordinate with internal teams (catalogue, content, logistics, finance) to ensure seamless onboarding and vendor operationsMonitor key metrics such as fill rates, return rates, SLA adherence, and optimize accordinglyDrive improvements in fulfilment models (drop-shipping, warehouse stocking, etc.) for better cost and service balanceWhat You Bring
Prior experience in marketplace seller onboarding, B2B e-commerce, or supplier managementStrong negotiation and interpersonal skills with a relationship-first approachData-driven mindset with basic proficiency in Excel and dashboardsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment with high ownership and accountabilityExposure to tools like Seller Central, Uni commerce, or similar platforms is a plusSkills Required
Supplier Management, Onboarding, Business Development, Revenue Generation, Market Intelligence