Raw Material Procurement- Assistant Manager

Job Description

1. Raw Material Procurement • Strategically procure raw materials: Grains (Rice, Maize), flours (Besan, Suji, Maida), Sugar and Spices, ensuring adherence to quality and food safety standards. • Monitor seasonal and product-wise pricing; suggest alternate sourcing based on market trends and availability. • Visit mandis and supplier locations for price discovery, quality verification, and supplier evaluation. • Coordinate logistics for timely and cost-effective delivery to production units. 2. Vendor Development & Management • Identify and develop new vendor sources for continuous supply assurance. • Negotiate procurement contracts and maintain long-term vendor relationships. • Track vendor performance using KPIs related to cost, quality, and on-time delivery. 3. Cost Optimization • Drive cost-saving initiatives through: Market-based price negotiation Alternate sourcing channels Efficient freight and logistics management • Maintain updated knowledge of commodity markets and mandi rates for proactive sourcing. 4. By-product Sales • Manage sales and distribution of by-products like cattle feed to external buyers. • Identify new customers and build partnerships to maximize revenue from waste utilization. • Monitor dispatch and payment follow-up for by-product sales. 5. Demand & Supply Planning • Collaborate with production and inventory teams to forecast demand and plan procurement. • Balance supply chain dynamics to avoid overstocking or stock-outs. • Monitor and manage raw material inventory levels based on lead times and production needs. Key Skills: • Strong understanding of agri-commodities and food-grade raw materials • Excellent negotiation and analytical skills • Knowledge of mandi operations, freight logistics, and warehousing • Proficiency in Excel and ERP/tally systems • Ability to manage field visits and develop vendor networks independently