Head - Sourcing - Foods & Beverages

FNV sourcing head south

What would you be doing/ Expected from this role?

- Deep Knowledge of product , seasonality

- Know the Market and Sourcing belt, Stay on top of sourcing trends in an ever changing landscape .

- Co-own the P&L, develop the business Model ,understand where opportunities are and create the viable sourcing model .

- Know the competition, Understand the online/offline players, Mandi and B2C sales.

- Assortment expansion with new innovation like product sourcing and selling architecture.

- Inventory Management, Manage optimal inventory with targeted DOH norms ,D- 90 days

- planning on sourcing and marketing calendar .

- Close watch on Customer complaints and B2C returns.

Who are we looking for?

- Strong Excel, Power Point, Knowledge of Data Analytics will be added advantage

- Proven track record of taking ownership and driving results

- Proven analytical skills and highly comfortable with numbers

- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including strong writing and speaking skills

- Excellent relationship builder with strong positive attitude

- Ability to both plan and execute

- Challenge and negotiate with Farmer/Vendor/Service provider where required while maintaining positive relationships

- Work within a dynamic environment and balance multiple priorities

- Challenge and negotiate with Farmer/Vendor/Service provider where required while maintaining positive relationships

- Work within a dynamic environment and balance multiple priorities

- The Zonal Head has end-to-end P&L responsibility for his Product and will be responsible for defining long-term strategic plans, driving day-to-day activity like CC operational/Margin improvement/Optimizing the cost, Fulfilling the regional and LOB wise fill-rate, building and growing strategic relationships with Farmers/Vendor and building a high performing team.

Product : Sweet Lime, South Mangoes, Banana, Melons, Pomegranate and Others

Education : B.sc Ag Or Ms. Ag &MBA

Experience : 8-12 Yrs.

Language Known : Telugu/ Hindi/ English

Location - Anantapur (Andhra Pradesh)

MUST HAVES :

- Minimum 8yrs experience in seasonal product sourcing and good team player

- Person should be willing to travel and should know local language

- Less than 30days notice only

- Should be ok to work from Office - Bangalore