Category Buyer – Office Stationery -Jobs - On-site (Peenya, Bangalore)

About Ant Mascot

Ant Mascot is India’s leading B2B platform for office supplies, pantry essentials, and corporate gifting. We are building the most scalable sourcing ecosystem where bulk buyers can access 100,000+ products with customisation options. Our mission is to simplify procurement and build strong supply chains for businesses across India and 150+ countries.

Job Summary

We are looking for a Category Buyer – Office Stationery with proven experience in sourcing, negotiating, and managing vendors for the office supplies segment. You will be responsible for identifying product gaps, onboarding reliable suppliers, managing pricing, and ensuring category growth across bulk and B2B2C channels.

Key Responsibilities (Keyword Focused)

• Category Management – Office Stationery:
• Own the entire stationery category including pens, notepads, files, folders, printers, toners, papers, organizers, etc.
• Vendor Development & Sourcing:
• Identify and onboard OEMs, stockists, and distributors in the stationery space.
• Price Benchmarking & Cost Optimisation:
• Maintain competitive pricing, ensure healthy gross margins, and align with market rates.
• Bulk & B2B2C Catalogue Management:
• Maintain active catalogue for both B2B and API based fulfilment platforms.
• Inventory Planning:
• Liaise with vendors for stock visibility, dispatch timelines, and procurement schedules.
• Market Intelligence:
• Stay ahead on product trends, innovations, and price fluctuations.
• Data & Reporting:
• Regularly update product sheets, MOQ, lead times, discount slabs, and performance metrics.
• Cross-functional Coordination:
• Work with logistics, tech, customer support, and sales teams for seamless order-to-delivery.

Required Skills & Keywords

• Must-Have Domain Experience: Office Supplies, Stationery Category
• Tools: Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables), Google Sheets, ERP/Procurement Software
• Analytical Mindset: Cost-benefit analysis, pricing comparison
• Negotiation Skills: Strong commercial negotiation and vendor management
• Compliance-Oriented: Ensuring documentation, vendor agreements, GST readiness
• Communication: Written & verbal skills to coordinate with internal & external stakeholders
• Product Sourcing Platforms: IndiaMart, TradeIndia, B2B Expos knowledge is a plus

Qualifications

• Graduate in Business, Supply Chain, or related field
• 3+ years in buying, sourcing, or category handling of Office Stationery
• Prior experience in B2B commerce is highly preferred

Performance KPIs

• Monthly New Product Addition Targets
• Vendor Onboarding Targets
• Target Gross Margin %
• Dispatch TAT Compliance (As per Business Need)
• Price Accuracy & Real-time Catalogue Management

Why Join Ant Mascot?

• Join a Purpose-Driven Mission – Empower Indian manufacturers and help position India as a global sourcing hub.
• Build at Scale – Contribute directly to the creation of a 100,000+ product ecosystem for B2B commerce.
• Grow Beyond Boundaries – Gain cross-category exposure, work closely with leadership, and fast-track your growth.
• Thrive in Momentum – Be part of a collaborative, high-energy team that moves fast and builds faster.