Sales & Purchase Manager

SINGAPORE INDIAN HANDLOOM; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique textile company in Singapore is seeking a Sales & Purchase Manager with a minimum of 10 years of experience in the Indian textile industry. The role requires expertise in strategic purchasing, vendor negotiation, and inventory management. The ideal candidate must be fluent in English and Hindi, with exceptional negotiation skills and a results-driven sales approach. This position offers an opportunity to engage directly with manufacturers and lead sales efforts in-store.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of proven experience in the Indian textile industry, specifically in purchasing and retail management.
• Deep practical knowledge of the markets and specialties in Delhi, Jaipur, Lucknow, and Kashmir.
• Fluency in English and Hindi, proficiency in other local Indian languages.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement efforts by visiting and dealing directly with manufacturers and suppliers.
• Utilize expert negotiation skills to secure high-quality handloom products.
• Oversee stock levels and manage the end-to-end supply chain.
• Act as a lead salesperson on the floor, achieving monthly sales targets.
• Maintain an inviting store atmosphere and provide expert knowledge.

Skills

Negotiation

Inventory Management

Sales Orientation

Customer Engagement

Product Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in commerce or related field

Job description

About the Role

We are a Singapore-based boutique specializing in authentic Indian handloom textiles. We are seeking a highly experienced and commercially astute

Sales & Purchase Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Purchasing: Lead procurement efforts by visiting and dealing directly with manufacturers and suppliers in key Indian textile hubs, specifically Delhi, Jaipur, Lucknow, Chennai and Kashmir.
• Vendor Negotiation: Utilize expert negotiation skills to secure high-quality handloom products at competitive prices, ensuring healthy profit margins.
• Inventory Management: Oversee stock levels, forecast demand, and manage the end-to-end supply chain to ensure a consistent flow of unique handloom pieces.
• Sales Excellence: Act as a prudent lead salesperson on the floor, achieving monthly sales targets through proactive customer engagement and relationship building.
• Customer Experience: Maintain an inviting store atmosphere, greeting all customers with welcoming gestures and providing expert knowledge on handloom heritage.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum10 years of proven experience in the Indian textile industry, specifically in purchasing and retail management.
• Education: Atleast Bachelors degree in commerce or related field.
• Regional Expertise: Deep, practical knowledge of the markets and specialties in Delhi, Jaipur (Block prints/Gotapatti), Lucknow (Chikan), and Kashmir (Pashmina/Embroidery).
• Linguistic Proficiency: Must be fluent in English and Hindi. Proficiency in other local Indian languages is essential for effective communication with grassroots manufacturers.
• Skills: Exceptional negotiation, inventory management proficiency, and a results-driven sales approach.