Job Description

About Us : The Souled Store is a homegrown youth casual-wear brand started in 2013. We are one of India\'s largest online merchandising platforms with licenses like Disney, Warner Bros., WWE, IPL, Viacom18 to name a few. Apart from selling products with themed designs such as superheroes, movies, TV shows, and cartoons, the brand also is at the forefront of the latest youth style and fashion trends. In addition to core men and women wear apparel categories, we are also in the process of expanding to new categories and introducing new product lines in the existing categories like activewear, supima products, innerwear, personal care products like perfumes and very recently launched footwear and kidswear. Although we are primarily an online brand, we\'ve expanded in the offline retail space as well and have six offline stores in Mumbai, one in Pune, one in Bangalore, one in Delhi, with plans for expansion pan India. The Souled Store was born out of the idea of loving what you do, from the soul. We believe that people do their best work when they love what they do. There are too many Monday mornings and you can\'t go dreading every single one of them. Over the years, we have built a strong team of like-minded people that work smart, own their work, and think like leaders. If you identify with what we do and are interested in being a part of an aggressively growing brand, we would love to have you on board. Position Summary: As an Associate, Sourcing [Footwear], you will play a vital role in the procurement and sourcing of footwear products for our company. You will be responsible for identifying reliable suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality footwear products that meet our company\'s standards. Your expertise in sourcing and supply chain management will contribute to the overall success of our business and help us maintain a competitive edge in the market. Job Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra Job Responsibilities: Identify and research potential suppliers of footwear and accessories products, ensuring they meet our quality, ethical, and sustainability standards. Continuously explore opportunities for cost optimization in the sourcing and procurement process without compromising on product quality. Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements with suppliers to secure favorable terms, competitive prices, and optimal payment conditions. Prepare regular reports on sourcing activities, supplier performance, and cost analysis to support decision-making processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to make informed supplier selections. Stay updated with industry trends, market dynamics, and new technologies in the footwear industry to make informed sourcing decisions. Skills: Strong understanding of the footwear industry, market trends, and manufacturing processes. Excellent negotiation and contract management skills. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and build strong supplier relationships. Proficient in data analysis and reporting using tools like Microsoft Excel or other data analysis software. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Familiarity with sourcing from international markets is a plus. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Education and Experience: Bachelor\'s degree from FDDI or any other footwear institute. Minimum of 2 years of experience in footwear sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.

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