As a Procurement Analyst at Flipkart, you will play a crucial role in optimizing vendor management processes, ensuring inventory availability, and supporting data-driven decision-making. You will act as a bridge between internal stakeholders and external vendors, contributing to inventory planning and cost-effective procurement across multiple categories.

• *Key Responsibilities:**
• Collaborate with category managers and vendors to forecast demand, plan inventory levels, and ensure timely order placements.
• Analyze procurement and inventory data to identify cost-saving opportunities, improve supplier performance, and reduce stockouts.
• Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, inventory levels, vendor contracts, and pricing terms.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and resolve issues related to order discrepancies, delays, or quality concerns.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as inventory turnover, order cycle time, vendor lead times, and cost variances.
• Support sourcing strategies and vendor negotiations based on data insights and market trends.
• Coordinate with internal departments such as logistics, finance, and warehousing to ensure smooth procurement execution.
• Assist in developing procurement reports, dashboards, and predictive models using Excel, SQL, or BI tools.
• *Qualifications Required:**
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data visualization tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective vendor coordination and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Attention to detail and a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• *Experience:**
• 1-3 years of experience in procurement, vendor management, inventory planning, or a similar supply chain function.
• Experience in e-commerce, retail, FMCG, or tech-based logistics is a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and procurement platforms is preferred.
• *Additional Details:**

Flipkart offers a competitive salary package with annual performance bonuses, work-from-home flexibility, medical, dental, and life insurance coverage, employee discounts on Flipkart purchases, training and career development programs, and a vibrant and inclusive work culture at one of India's leading tech-enabled commerce platforms.

At Flipkart, you will have the opportunity to work with smart, driven professionals, solve impactful problems, and grow your career in one of the most exciting industries today.

To apply, interested candidates can directly apply via the Flipkart Careers Portal or submit their updated CV and cover letter with the subject line: Application for Procurement Analyst Vendor Coordination & Inventory Planning. As a Procurement Analyst at Flipkart, you will play a crucial role in optimizing vendor management processes, ensuring inventory availability, and supporting data-driven decision-making. You will act as a bridge between internal stakeholders and external vendors, contributing to inventory planning and cost-effective procurement across multiple categories.

• *Key Responsibilities:**
• Collaborate with category managers and vendors to forecast demand, plan inventory levels, and ensure timely order placements.
• Analyze procurement and inventory data to identify cost-saving opportunities, improve supplier performance, and reduce stockouts.
• Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, inventory levels, vendor contracts, and pricing terms.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and resolve issues related to order discrepancies, delays, or quality concerns.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as inventory turnover, order cycle time, vendor lead times, and cost variances.
• Support sourcing strategies and vendor negotiations based on data insights and market trends.
• Coordinate with internal departments such as logistics, finance, and warehousing to ensure smooth procurement execution.
• Assist in developing procurement reports, dashboards, and predictive models using Excel, SQL, or BI tools.
• *Qualifications Required:**
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data visualization tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective vendor coordination and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Attention to detail and a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• *Experience:**
• 1-3 years of experience in procurement, vendor management, inventory planning, or a similar supply chain function.
• Experience in e-c