Vendor Relations (Mumbai)

Vendor Relations & Procurement Associate (Part-Time, Remote)About Us Butter is a growing lifestyle products brand focused on products related to lifestyle. We're looking for a detail-oriented and proactive individual to help us build strong vendor relationships and streamline our procurement processes as we scale. Role Overview We're looking for a Vendor Relations & Procurement Associate to manage sourcing, vendor onboarding, and day-to-day procurement coordination. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys negotiation, relationship-building, and operational problem-solving, and who wants flexible, remote, part-time work. Key Responsibilities - Identify, evaluate, and onboard new vendors and suppliers aligned with our product quality and pricing standards - Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery timelines with vendors - Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing suppliers to ensure consistent quality and reliability - Track purchase orders, delivery schedules, and inventory needs; follow up to prevent delays - Compare vendor quotes and maintain a vendor database with pricing, lead times, and quality notes - Coordinate sampling, quality checks, and approvals before bulk orders - Flag supply chain risks (delays, quality issues, price fluctuations) proactively - Support cost optimization by identifying better sourcing options where relevant - Maintain clear documentation contracts, invoices, communication logs - Coordinate with design team and vendors for sampling and quality check. Requirements - 2+ years of experience in procurement, vendor management, sourcing, or supply chain (experience with lifestyle, home, fashion, or FMCG products preferred) - Solid negotiation and relationship-management skills - Excellent written and verbal communication - Comfortable working independently and managing multiple vendor relationships simultaneously - Organized, detail-oriented, and reliable with follow-ups and deadlines - Basic proficiency with .