Vinaykumar Parbot

Supporting the development of category management and supplier management strategies to ensure set targets are met within the category team.

- Managed and developed a pool of prospective and pipeline suppliers to support Zoro UK in expanding their assortment.
- Streamlined the cost price and data query management process to ensure prompt and accurate resolution of queries.
- Actively monitored and updated supplier cost prices on an ongoing basis, working towards automating processes across the supplier base.
- Supported category projects by conducting supplier audits, creating scorecards, and generating performance reports.
- Collaborated with the Supplier Management team to identify, develop, and deliver new assortments for Zoro UK customers.

Supporting the development of category management and supplier management strategies to ensure set targets are met within the category team.

- Developed and maintained strong supplier relationships in accordance with agreed upon strategies for specific categories or a portfolio of categories, as part of a managing agent model.
- Assisted with various category support activities as directed by line management.
- Supported the ongoing performance evaluation, commercial management, and risk management of portfolio suppliers.
- Coordinated category management activities effectively to ensure the achievement of overall team objectives.
- Assisted in the management and reporting on supplier performance, taking appropriate corrective actions when necessary.