Purchase Manager

• Build and maintain strong relationships with organic farmers, FPOs, mandis, and suppliers for daily procurement.
• Plan and forecast demand vs supply for fresh produce at store and warehouse level.
• Oversee daily procurement, grading, sorting, and dispatch to ensure minimal spoilage.
• Monitor price trends, negotiate competitive rates, and ensure organic quality standards are upheld.
• Verify that all farmers and vendors hold valid organic farming certifications and update records regularly.
• Coordinate with logistics and store teams to achieve on-time delivery and freshness.
• Maintain accurate purchase records, inward tracking, and vendor billing.
• Collaborate with QA team for inspection protocols, shelf-life checks, and compliance with organic standards.
• Track non-moving/slow stock to reduce wastage and recommend clearance or combo strategies.
• Ensure compliance with organic certification requirements and fair-trade practices.
• Partner with marketing team to support seasonal campaigns and promotions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Agri-Business, or Supply Chain Management.
• 1–5 years of experience in procurement of fruits & vegetables (organic/FMCG/retail preferred).
• Strong vendor management, negotiation, and networking skills.
• Knowledge of perishables handling, cold chain, and farm procurement practices.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, inventory management tools, and reporting.
• Willingness to travel frequently to farms, mandis, and logistics hubs.

Additional Requirements

• Immediate joiners will be preferred.
• Male candidates Preferred.
• Must be ready to relocate as per company requirements.
• Prior hands-on experience in purchasing fruits and vegetables is mandatory.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person