About the role
- Source and purchase raw materials (Cashew, Milk, tamarind, jaggery, sugar, fruit pulp, spices, coconut)
- Identify, evaluate, onboard, and develop vendors, including farm-gate and mandi-level sources for seasonal commodities.
- Negotiate price, credit terms, and delivery schedules; finalise annual and seasonal rate contracts.
- Monitor agri-commodity price trends and plan procurement, including bulk buying during harvest seasons, to optimise cost.
- Raise purchase orders and coordinate with stores on GRN, quality clearance, and reconciliation.
- Work with the Quality and Food Technology teams to ensure incoming materials meet defined specifications and food-safety standards.
- Coordinate with production planning and stores to maintain optimal inventory levels and avoid stockouts.
- Ensure vendor compliance and documentation (FSSAI, GST, food-grade certifications, test reports).
- Maintain accurate procurement records, including landed cost, price history, and vendor scorecards, and report on savings and consumption.
- 2–4 years of experience in raw material and/or packaging procurement in FMCG, food processing, or agri-commodities. Experience with agri-inputs such as Cashew , tamarind and jaggery is preferred.
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Good analytical ability with a clear understanding of landed cost, price variance, and MOQ.
- Proficiency in Excel and working knowledge of ERP/procurement systems.
- Understanding of food-safety and quality standards for incoming materials.
- Willingness to travel to plant and vendor locations.
- Graduate in Commerce, Science, Food Technology, Agriculture, or a related field. Supply chain certification is an added advantage.