Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Sr. Business Associate to support procurement, vendor management, sourcing, pricing, and commercial operations. The ideal candidate will coordinate with OEMs, distributors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure competitive pricing, timely proposal submissions, and efficient business operations. This role requires strong communication, negotiation, analytical, and multitasking skills, along with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Vendor Management & Procurement • Coordinate with multiple vendors, OEMs, and distributors to obtain competitive pricing, product specifications, and delivery timelines. • Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure reliability, responsiveness, and faster turnaround times. • Evaluate vendor quotations and support sourcing decisions based on pricing, availability, and commercial terms. • Follow up with vendors on pricing revisions, delivery commitments, and procurement-related requirements. Proposal & Commercial Operations • Prepare, review, and generate accurate proposals in Zoho Books based on inputs from the sales team. • Customize proposals based on customer requirements, pricing structures, and commercial terms. • Ensure quick turnaround time (TAT) for proposal submissions while maintaining accuracy. • Manage multiple proposal requests simultaneously and prioritize based on business requirements. • Ensure all proposals comply with company pricing policies and margin guidelines. Sales & Stakeholder Coordination • Work closely with the sales team to understand customer requirements and provide suitable commercial solutions. • Follow up with customers to track proposal status, gather feedback, and support deal closure. • Coordinate with finance, operations, procurement, and other internal teams for approvals and validations. Reporting & Process Management • Maintain a centralized proposal and pricing tracker with real-time status upd
