Procurement Head - Agri-commodities (Sugar, Maize, Rice)

About Us:

POSHN is a new and exciting India Based Fin-tech venture founded in 2020, backed by leading US-based VCs, venture debt, banks, and NBFCs. Our mission is to organise and digitally transform the global Agri Supply chain market. With a tech product first mindset, we are reimagining solutions for this enormous and complex industry, creating a platform that empowers stakeholders and provides a seamless, efficient experience.

Team:

Our core team comprises alumni from BITS Pilani, IIM, and XLRI, each with over a decade of experience in supply chain, technology, and product development. Previously, we've built several highly impactful tech startups from the ground up.

About the Role:

The ideal candidate will have sourcing experience in India in UP, Haryana, Bihar, West Bengal, or MP as a Purchase Head or Assistant Purchase Head at FMCG, Food Processing Plants, Private Label Manufacturers, Feed Units, Distilleries

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the search and onboarding of reliable suppliers for FMCG, Food Processing Plants, Private Label Manufacturers, Feed Units, Distilleries .
• Negotiate contracts to ensure consistent, high quality material supply.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with key suppliers and vendors.
• Develop strategic sourcing plans to meet current and future supply demands.
• Monitor supply chain performance using data analysis and reporting tools.
• Assist the sales team with supplier related inquiries and pitches when needed.

Career Experience We'd Love to See:

• 25+ years of experience in leading procurement in the FMCG, Food Processing Plants, Private Label Manufacturers, Feed Units, Distilleries.

• Highly developed business and commercial acumen, with associations in the domestic markets.
• Skilled negotiator adept at managing complex negotiations.
• High Energy, enthusiastic, and results driven with strong business acumen.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in the B2B segment.