Fasal - Category Manager - Agri Input Procurement

Strategic Planning:

- Develop and implement strategic plans for the procurement of pesticides to meet the organization's needs and objectives.

- Identify opportunities to streamline processes, reduce costs, and improve efficiency in pesticide procurement.

- Demand generation from existing customers by coordinating with the IoT sales team.

- Building product assortment as per the demand from the field & ensure the contribution Margins are achieved by these products.

Supplier Management:

- Identify and qualify suppliers of pesticides, negotiate contracts, and establish long-term relationships with key suppliers.

- Monitor supplier performance, including quality, delivery, and cost, and take corrective actions as necessary.

- Fasal should gradually have contracts with directly key manufacturers.

Inventory Management:

- Ensure the inventory is not high at any point of time & there is a proper demand for any purchases.

- Have a contract of Stock return in case of unsold stock.

- Product should be of higher expiry and avoid buying short expiry products.

Market Intelligence:

- Conduct market research and analysis to stay informed about industry trends, pricing, and new developments in the Input space

- Anticipate changes in the market and develop strategies to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.

Compliance & risk Management:

- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards governing the procurement of pesticides.

- Identify and assess risks related to pesticide procurement and develop risk mitigation strategies.

Collaboration:

- Collaborate with internal stakeholders like Sales, Marketing, Agri research, Product, CS & others for their inputs & support to execute the entire business.

- Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of procurement activities with overall business objectives.

Performance Management:

- Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness of pesticide procurement activities like Gross Margins, Supplier scorecard & Timely Supplies

- Monitor KPIs regularly and make data-driven decisions to drive continuous improvement.

Qualification:

- Bachelor's degree in business administration, agricultural science, or related field.

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, with at least 2 years of experience specifically in the procurement of pesticides or agricultural inputs.

- Strong understanding of the pesticide industry, including knowledge of different types of pesticides, suppliers, and market dynamics.

- Proven track record of negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost savings.

- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and experience with procurement software and tools.