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Ikea
Posted 2 weeks ago • Administrative • Secretarial
Business Developer, Textile Products
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Location
Bengaluru, India
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Employment
Full-time
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Experience
10+ years
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Salary
INR200 000 - INR350 000
Full-time · per month
· estimateBased on industry data
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About this role
At IKEA, we do things a little differently. We think, act, and work differently as well. We like to break rules and create innovative products. Join our global Purchasing Development business as a Business Developer for Textile Products in Bangalore!
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What you'll do
- Build professional and long-term relationships with suppliers based on trust and transparency.
- Challenge suppliers to improve performance according to action plans.
- Lead supplier development projects to implement action plans aligned with the Category Business Plan.
- Analyze data to draw conclusions and drive actions.
- Lower total costs at the supplier level by optimizing the value chain.
- Partner with suppliers to enhance competitiveness through new technologies and materials.
- Engage necessary competencies such as logistics, quality, and sustainability in business agendas.
- Ensure compliance with IKEA Purchasing Manual and other agreed methods.
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Textile Technology, or Textile Engineering, or relevant experience.
- 10 to 15 years of sourcing/supply chain experience, preferably in the Textile Industry (Home Textiles or Garments).
- Purchasing experience with Total Cost and Value Chain Analysis.
- Hands-on experience in supplier development and vendor management.
- Experience in contract negotiations and ability to run complex RFQ/RFP/RFI.
- Proven track record in product price negotiations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication skills adaptable to different audiences.
- Proven ability to develop business plans and meet/exceed results.
- In-depth analysis skills and ability to build trustful relations with suppliers and stakeholders.
- Indirect leadership skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Energy, drive, and commitment to deliver better products.
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What we offer
- Opportunity to lead a diverse team and world-class suppliers.
- Freedom to organize your time and prioritize well-being.
- Support for personal development and career opportunities.
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Skills
Supplier DevelopmentVendor ManagementContract NegotiationAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipBusiness Planning
Languages
ENNative
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