Key Responsibilities : - Build a network of suppliers for Agri Commodities like Sugar, oil, groundnuts, rice, grains - Develop long-term contract with suppliers, monitor continuous supplier performance, and develop supplier relationship - Negotiate the best-in-class price, payment terms, quality levels, and delivery terms for purchased products in line with business objectives - Identify new and alternate sources of supply as necessary for new and existing categories, cost reduction requirements, and supplier performance issues - Perform all necessary duties to support business goals related supplier quality, total cost, and inventory objectives - Maintain a solid working knowledge of essential commodity trends including: industry trends, cost drivers, global pricing, material lead times, and technical/manufacturing processes - Lead a team of procurement specialists across the country. Qualifications: - Post graduate with 15+ years of professional experience Skill set : - Significant experience at procurement of commodities at national level - Good network with suppliers of commodities - Very strong negotiation skills - Must have the aptitude to work in a fast-paced organization with active listening, negotiation, facilitation, and reasoning skills. - Must be comfortable working in an organization with a flat structure - Proven ability to lead in a collaborative manner - Ability to prioritize, analytical thinker, make trade-off/tough decisions - Great team player, have sound leadership skills, hands-on approach with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and tasks

Bangalore

Pune

Senior Category Manager - Agri Commodities - FMCG/Logistics  

Senior Category Manager - Agri Commodities - FMCG/Logistics   ,Job Description for Senior Category Manager - Agri Commodities - FMCG/Logistics   in Now & Beyond in  Bangalore Pune for (15-25) years of experience. Apply Now!

Job Description for Senior Category Manager - Agri Commodities - FMCG/Logistics   in Now & Beyond in  Bangalore Pune for (15-25) years of experience. Apply Now!