GO DESi - Procurement Manager - Food/FMCG Segment

Who we are

At GO DESi, our mission is to make DESi 'POPular. We are a packaged food brand making regional DESi products relevant and accessible to customers while ensuring quality and authenticity. Today the bulk of our products operate in the Impulse category. Our best seller is DESi POPz, we sell more than 90 lakh POPz monthly. Our other categories include DESi Meetha, DESi Mints, and DESi Bytes. We have an integrated backend i.e. we own the entire supply chain from sourcing to manufacturing.

GO DESi aims to be a sustainable brand with the larger purpose of becoming a beacon for non-zero-sum capitalism, where all stakeholders win.

Brief:

The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing efficient procurement strategies, building relationships with reliable suppliers, and ensuring cost-effective purchasing practices.

Job Responsibilities:

- Develop and execute innovative procurement strategies across all purchasing channels.

- Conduct cost analyses and establish appropriate benchmarks to ensure competitive pricing and cost efficiency.

- Source and engage with dependable suppliers and vendors, negotiating favorable terms and managing contracts.

- Approve purchase orders and ensure the timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.

- Control and monitor the procurement budget while promoting a culture of cost-saving and financial efficiency.

- Develop and oversee an annual procurement budget tailored to sourcing requirements.

- Negotiate pricing and implement strategies to control costs effectively.

Requirements:

- Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

- 6-8 years of proven experience in procurement or supply chain management.

- Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record of securing advantageous agreements.

- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

- Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.

- Analytical mindset with a focus on cost control and savings.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain supplier relationships.

Why you should join GO DESi

At GO DESi we are growing exponentially and discovering new problems and creative solutions daily. We like to solve problems, take initiative, pitch in when needed, and are always up for trying new things and experimenting. That's why we seek out colleagues who embody our values. Here, you own your work, right from day one. You can grow enormously if you are a self-learner and embrace challenges.