Associate Supply Manager

Truww; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Truww is seeking a Supply Manager Associate in Bengaluru, India, to manage vendor onboarding, procurement tracking, and operational follow-through across projects. The ideal candidate will support vendor coordination and ensure timely availability of materials, working closely with internal and external stakeholders.

This role requires excellent organizational and communication skills alongside the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. A Bachelor's degree in the relevant field and up to 3 years of experience in supply chain operations are essential.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, operations, or vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers for quotations and order confirmations.
• Assist in purchase order processing and tracking.
• Maintain accurate records of inward/outward materials.
• Prepare MIS reports related to procurement and supply status.
• Work closely with operations and logistics teams.

Skills

Strong coordination and follow-up skills

Good communication and negotiation abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines simultaneously

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Commerce, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Role Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented and execution-focused Supply Manager Associate to support vendor onboarding, supply coordination, procurement tracking, and operational follow-through across projects. The role involves working closely with vendors, internal operations teams, project teams, and category managers to ensure timely availability of materials and smooth supply execution.

The ideal candidate should be comfortable handling coordination-heavy workflows, vendor communication, data tracking, and operational problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Supply & Vendor Coordination

• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers for quotations, order confirmations, dispatch timelines, and delivery tracking
• Support onboarding and documentation of new vendors
• Maintain vendor databases, pricing sheets, and supply records
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely material availability

Procurement Operations

• Assist in purchase order processing and tracking
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders for material requirements and approvals
• Monitor procurement timelines and elevate delays proactively
• Track pending orders, shortages, and replacement requests

Inventory & Supply Tracking

• Maintain accurate records of inward/outward materials
• Coordinate with warehouse and site teams regarding dispatches and receipts
• Support stock reconciliation and reporting activities
• Help identify supply gaps and excess inventory situations

Data Management & Reporting

• Prepare MIS reports related to procurement, supply status, vendor performance, and delivery timelines
• Maintain operational dashboards and trackers
• Analyze supply issues and support process improvements

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with operations, design, execution, finance, and logistics teams
• Ensure smooth communication between vendors and internal stakeholders
• Support resolution of supply-related issues during project execution

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Commerce, Business Administration, or related field
• 0–3 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, operations, or vendor management
• Strong coordination and follow-up skills
• Good communication and negotiation abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in interiors, construction, manufacturing, furniture, or retail supply operations
• Familiarity with ERP or procurement management systems
• Basic understanding of inventory and logistics workflows

Key Competencies

• Ownership mindset
• Problem-solving ability
• Process orientation
• Vendor relationship management
• Time management
• Team collaboration