Key Responsibilities:
Develop and manage vendor relationships with farmers, aggregators, and suppliers.
Ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of fresh produce as per demand.
Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms to ensure best value procurement.
Forecast purchasing needs based on sales trends and seasonality.
Monitor quality standards and work with QA teams to ensure compliance.
Collaborate with operations and logistics to streamline supply timelines.
Maintain procurement MIS and track cost efficiency, quality, and vendor performance.
Key Skills:
Strong negotiation and vendor management
Deep knowledge of fresh produce/agri procurement
Budgeting and cost control
Proficiency in procurement software and reporting tools
Relationship building and stakeholder management