Senior Manager- Procurement ( Food Industry)

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement Strategy & Planning

a. Forecast material requirements based on production and sales projections.

• Identify and evaluate new suppliers, ensuring quality, price competitiveness, and reliability.
• Drive Cost Optimization through saving alternate and negotiation
• Supplier & Vendor Management
• Conduct regular supplier audits to ensure compliance with quality, food safety, and ethical standards.
• Operational Excellence
• Implement systems for inventory control, stock monitoring, and demand planning.
• Drive process improvements to reduce waste and enhance efficiency.
• Team Leadership & Reporting
• Develop KPIs and regularly report procurement performance to senior management.

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Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Food Technology, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in procurement/supply chain management, preferably in the food & beverage, catering, or hospitality industry.
• Strong negotiation, vendor management, and contract management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of food sourcing, seasonal availability, pricing trends, and logistics.
• Familiarity with food safety standards (FSSAI, HACCP, ISO, GMP).
• Proficiency in ERP/procurement software and data-driven decision-making.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in bulk food procurement for hospitals, schools, catering, or QSRs.
• Strong network of suppliers in the food industry.
• Ability to balance cost efficiency with quality and sustainability.
• Strategic thinker with hands-on operational execution ability.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹600,000.00 - ₹700,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person