Planning & Procurement Lead (3-6 yrs)

Website: https://www.meragi.com/

Required Skills: Experience in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or Event Planning, Strong Negotiation and Vendor Management Skills, Experience in Budgeting, Cost control, and Logistics Coordination, Ability to Manage Multiple Projects, Strong interpersonal and Problem-Solving skills

ABOUT MERAGI:

Meragi is a rapidly growing start up in India's thriving $50 billion wedding industry. As a full-stack technology platform, we revolutionize the way wedding-related services are bought and delivered. Our mission is to create pioneering industry-first solutions that address the complexities of this industry, utilizing innovative technology to consult, design, and sell wedding services with a strong focus on ensuring high-quality fulfillment.

Backed by top-tier investors, we are at the forefront of transforming the wedding industry landscape. To drive our growth and success, we are seeking dynamic and growth oriented individuals to design dream weddings for our customers. This is an incredible opportunity to join a fast-paced, innovative company and make a significant impact in shaping the future of the wedding industry.

We are in the lookout for a Project Manager to be responsible for handling our company's ongoing projects. You will be working closely with your team members to ensure that all project requirements, deadlines, and schedules are on track. You will need to have proven experience in project management and the ability to lead project teams of various sizes.

Description:

- To fuel our rapid growth, we are looking for a Planning & Procurement Lead to optimize sourcing, vendor management, and procurement strategies-ensuring every wedding we plan is high-quality, cost-effective, and flawlessly executed.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement & Vendor Management:

- Develop and implement procurement strategies to source high-quality wedding decor, materials, and services.

- Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, suppliers, and manufacturers.

- Negotiate contracts and pricing to ensure cost-effective procurement without compromising quality.

- Identify new vendors and evaluate their offerings to keep up with industry trends.

Planning & Coordination:

- Work closely with designers, wedding planners, and production teams to forecast and plan procurement needs.

- Ensure timely delivery of materials and services to meet wedding timelines.

- Maintain and track inventory levels, order schedules, and logistics.

Budget & Cost Optimization:

- Analyze procurement costs and identify areas for budget optimization.

- Ensure compliance with budgets while maintaining high-quality wedding experiences.

- Standardize pricing and procurement processes across different locations.

Process & Quality Control:

- Establish and monitor quality standards for all sourced products and services.

- Troubleshoot and resolve procurement or supply chain issues efficiently.

- Implement best practices for scalability and efficiency in procurement operations.

Qualifications & Skills:

- 3-6 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or event planning.

- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.

- Experience in budgeting, cost control, and logistics coordination.

- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Why to Join the company?

- Competitive salary & performance-based incentives.

- Fast-growing startup with career growth opportunities.

- Insurance, paid time off & other benefits.