About the role
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for raw materials (e.g., rice, coriander) and utilities, ensuring alignment with the company’s production goals.
- Identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers to secure optimal quality, cost, and delivery performance.
- Negotiate and establish long-term supplier agreements to maintain supply chain stability.
- Identify and develop new vendors consider future requirement of raw material.
- Monitor market trends, price fluctuations, crop availability and industry developments to anticipate risks and opportunities.
- Work closely with zonal and global team to implement best practices in sourcing rice, coriander, hops etc. to maintaining quality standards and save cost.
- Track and report key metrics, including cost per unit, supplier performance, and procurement lead times.
- Oversee procurement processes, including order management, delivery tracking, and inventory control.
- Work closely with global agricultural commodity team and India planning team to source rice, coriander and flavors taking into consideration supply constraints and BU requirement.
- Ensure smooth customs clearance at India port and its movement to breweries.
- Work closely with planning team to ensure enough coverage for 3 to 6 months.
- Collaborate with production, quality, and supply teams to ensure seamless procurement operations.
- Work with India quality team to ensure identified new vendors qualify audit requirements.
- Mitigate risks associated with raw material shortages, price volatility, and other disruptions.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders (production, quality control, finance) to align procurement strategies with business needs.
- Provide regular updates to senior leadership (India, Zonal and Global) on procurement performance, risks, and opportunities.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve sourcing processes and implement best practices.
- 3+ years of experience in direct procurement/sourcing with at least 1 year in Agri commodities, preferably in the FMCG, brewing, or beverage industry.
- Master’s degree in supply chain management with bachelor's in engineering or agriculture.
- Experience in handling Agri commodity and knowledge of imports would be added advantage.
- Proven track record of managing supplier relationships, negotiations, and contracts.
- Experience with procurement software and tools (e.g., SAP).
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with sustainability practices in procurement is a plus.
- Strategic Thinking; Negotiation Skills; Supplier Relationship Management; Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills; Attention to Detail; Project Management; Communication & Interpersonal Skills