We are looking for a Lead Buyer to join our team, working on a hybrid basis from our Agra office and from home. In this role you will be a key member of our Merchandising function, contributing directly to our goals and working closely with talented colleagues across the business.
This is a hands-on role with real ownership and impact. You will apply your skills in Sourcing, Negotiation and Vendor Management to solve interesting problems, ship work you can be proud of and help us raise the bar for what we do. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, share your ideas openly and have the support you need to do your best work and grow along the way.
You will bring around 11 to 15 years of relevant experience and strong, practical knowledge of Sourcing, Negotiation and Vendor Management. Just as important are clear communication, sound judgement, attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively with people across different teams and backgrounds. Experience leading projects, mentoring others and influencing decisions will set you up for success in this role.
Within your first few months, you will get up to speed with our products, processes and people, build strong working relationships across the team, and begin taking ownership of your own work. Over time, you will have the opportunity to deepen your expertise, take on broader scope and grow your career with us as the company continues to scale.
In return, we offer a supportive, inclusive and collaborative environment, competitive pay, meaningful benefits and the chance to do work that genuinely matters. We care about our people, invest in their growth and want everyone here to be able to do the best work of their careers.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. Gagan Steel is an equal-opportunity employer: we welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse team and an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Apply today and tell us why you would be a great fit.
Responsibilities
As a Lead Buyer at Gagan Steel, you will play a central role within our Merchandising function and take ownership of a broad and varied set of responsibilities. Working alongside a collaborative, motivated team, your day-to-day duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:- Drive planning and prioritisation for your area, balancing short-term delivery with long-term goals.
- Build alignment across stakeholders and resolve competing priorities constructively.
- Manage inventory, resources and scheduling to balance cost, service and quality.
- Coordinate across internal teams, suppliers and partners to deliver on commitments and timelines.
- Lead, train and support team members to deliver consistent, reliable results.
- Prepare operational reports and provide clear updates to management and stakeholders.
- Negotiate with and manage vendors, contractors and service providers.
- Monitor key performance indicators and take corrective action to keep operations on track.
- Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies, and design and implement process improvements.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and customer focus.
- Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure processes run smoothly, efficiently and to a high standard.
- Support planning, budgeting and resource allocation for the function.
- Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and continuously refine them.
- Maintain rigorous standards of quality, safety, compliance and documentation.
- Identify opportunities for improvement and bring forward practical ideas to make our products, processes and ways of working better.
- Uphold the company's values, policies, security requirements and standards of professional conduct in all activities.
- Support onboarding, knowledge-sharing and documentation so the wider team can learn, scale and succeed.
- Maintain accurate, thorough documentation and keep all relevant systems, tools and trackers up to date.
- Build strong, trust-based relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Represent the team and the company professionally in internal and external interactions.
- Continuously develop your skills, seek feedback and stay current with the latest developments in your field.
- Proactively flag dependencies and coordinate with other teams to keep work moving smoothly.
- Ensure your work meets agreed quality, compliance and security standards before it is considered complete.
- Contribute to a culture of accountability, learning from mistakes and celebrating shared wins.
- Take full ownership of your work, manage your own priorities and consistently deliver to a high standard and on time.
- Adapt to changing priorities and remain calm, focused and effective in a fast-moving, evolving environment.
- Collaborate respectfully and effectively with colleagues across teams, functions, time zones and locations.
- Communicate progress, risks and blockers clearly and proactively to your manager and relevant stakeholders.
- Plan and manage your workload to balance quality, speed and competing demands.
What we're looking for
11-15 years of professional experience in a Buyer or similar roleStrong working knowledge of Sourcing, Negotiation and Vendor Management
MBA / Bachelor's in Business Administration
Excellent communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills
Benefits
At Gagan Steel, we believe that looking after our people is the foundation of doing great work. We offer a comprehensive, thoughtfully designed benefits and perks package that supports your health, your finances, your growth and your life outside of work. When you join us, you can expect the following:- Free snacks, beverages and regular catered meals to keep you fuelled through the day.
- The chance to do meaningful, high-impact work alongside talented, friendly, humble and ambitious colleagues.
- Transparent communication, regular all-hands updates and direct, approachable access to leadership.
- A home-office set-up allowance plus the laptop, equipment and tools you need to work comfortably and productively.
- A real commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, with employee resource groups and an open, respectful culture.
- Full sponsorship for relevant professional certifications, memberships and qualifications.
- Transparent, structured pay bands and clear criteria for progression, so you always know how to grow your earnings.
- Protected time for learning, regular internal knowledge-sharing sessions and access to leading online learning platforms.
- Support for relocation where relevant, to help you make a smooth move and settle in quickly.
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance for you and your dependants, so you and your family are well looked after.
- Wellness initiatives throughout the year, from health talks and screenings to fitness challenges and mindfulness sessions.
- Wellness perks such as gym and fitness-membership support, plus wellbeing initiatives throughout the year.
- Regular team lunches, celebrations, offsites and social events that make work more fun, human and connected.
- Generous, fully paid parental leave for all new parents, supporting you through one of life's biggest moments.
- Hybrid and remote-friendly working options, with the trust and autonomy to manage your own time and output.
- A competitive salary that is reviewed regularly and benchmarked against the market to keep your pay fair and current.
- Structured mentorship, regular feedback and clear, transparent career-progression frameworks to help you grow.
- Personal accident and term life insurance providing financial protection and peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
- Generous referral bonuses for helping us find and hire other great people to join the team.
- A performance-linked annual bonus that meaningfully rewards both your individual contribution and the company's success.
- Employee stock options (ESOPs), giving you a genuine stake in the company's growth and long-term success.
- Flexible time-off arrangements and the trust to take the breaks you need, when you need them.
- A culture that actively encourages experimentation, stretch projects and learning from both wins and mistakes.
Education
MBA / Bachelor's in Business Administration