Vegetable and Fruit Purchase Specialist:
We are looking for a Vegetable and Fruit Purchase Specialist to manage fresh produce procurement efficiently. The ideal candidate will be responsible for sourcing high-quality fruits and vegetables, negotiating with vendors, ensuring timely deliveries, and optimizing costs. This role is crucial for maintaining a seamless supply chain and ensuring top-quality standards.
🔹 Key Responsibilities
🤝 Vendor Management
- Identify, evaluate, and establish strong relationships with farmers, wholesalers, and suppliers.
- Ensure a reliable procurement network to meet business demands.
📦 Procurement Planning
- Develop and execute procurement strategies based on seasonal demand and market trends.
- Ensure a consistent supply of fresh, high-quality produce.
✅ Quality Assurance
- Work closely with the quality control team to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Assess product quality and take proactive measures to maintain integrity.
💰 Cost Optimization & Market Analysis
- Negotiate competitive prices while maintaining quality standards.
- Monitor market price fluctuations and adjust procurement strategies accordingly.
- Conduct market research to identify pricing shifts, emerging trends, and potential new suppliers.
📊 Inventory & Logistics Coordination
- Work with warehouse teams to manage stock levels efficiently and minimize wastage.
- Maintain accurate documentation of purchases, stock movements, and supplier details.
- Coordinate with logistics partners to ensure timely transportation and delivery of goods.
🔹 Qualifications & Skills
- 🎓 Education: Any degree (Agriculture preferred).
- 📅 Experience: Minimum 6 months in procurement, supply chain, or related roles (Freshers with relevant experience are welcome).
- 📈 Technical Skills: Basic understanding of procurement, supply chain management, and agricultural market trends.
- 🗣️ Soft Skills: Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
- 🔍 Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot procurement issues and implement solutions under pressure.
- 🤝 Teamwork: Capable of working independently and collaboratively with internal teams.
- 📍 Local Market Knowledge: Familiarity with the agricultural market in and around Trichy is a plus.
🔹 Compensation & Benefits
- 💵 Competitive salary based on experience and skills.
- 🎯 Performance-based incentives and career growth opportunities.
- 🚀 Work in a fast-growing Agri-tech company with a strong learning environment.
- 📚 Hands-on experience in agricultural procurement and supply chain management.
🌟 Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to work directly with farmers and suppliers in the fresh produce industry.
- Gain in-depth knowledge of procurement, logistics, and market trends.
- Be part of a company that is revolutionizing the agricultural supply chain.
📍 Location: Trichy, Tamil Nadu, India
📝 Experience: Minimum 6 months (Freshers are welcome)
🚀 Ready to take the next step in your procurement career? Apply now!