Procurement and Supply Chain Leader

Sourcing and Procurement Lead

Our organization is seeking an experienced Sourcing and Procurement Lead to oversee the entire vendor and supply chain process for our health supplements, cosmetics, food & nutraceuticals products.

This position is ideal for someone with expertise in sourcing, procurement, and vendor management in the FMCG, cosmetics, nutrition, personal care, or consumer goods industries.

• Vendor Identification & Development:
  • We are looking for a skilled professional who can identify, onboard, and manage reliable vendors, raw material suppliers, packaging vendors, and contract manufacturers (domestic and international) across categories such as cosmetics, personal care, nutraceuticals, and FMCG.
  • The successful candidate will conduct factory audits, background checks, and capability assessments to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory norms.
• Contract Manufacturing & Private Label Management:
  • As a Sourcing and Procurement Lead, you will work closely with third-party manufacturers and private label partners to develop new products, ensuring compliance with formulations, packaging, quality standards, and regulatory norms.
  • You will build scalable vendor partnerships to support new launches and bulk production.
• Procurement & Negotiation:
  • You will lead end-to-end procurement, including RFPs, RFQs, and tender processes to drive cost optimization while maintaining consistent supply and vendor loyalty.
  • The successful candidate will negotiate pricing, credit terms, lead times, and minimum order quantities (MOQs) to achieve cost savings.
• Regulatory & Quality Compliance:
  • You will ensure that all vendors meet regulatory certifications and quality standards (FSSAI, GMP, ISO, FDA, Ayush, etc.).
  • Liaise with internal QA/RA teams to manage documentation, product testing, and statutory compliance before marketplace listings.
• Cross-functional Collaboration:
  • As a Sourcing and Procurement Lead, you will partner with New Product Development (NPD), R&D, Quality, Operations, and Marketing teams to bring new SKUs from concept to commercialization.
  • You will align procurement timelines with product launch calendars and e-commerce go-live dates.
• Supply Chain & Inventory Alignment:
  • You will work with logistics and supply chain teams to ensure timely inbound delivery, warehousing, and outbound movement of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods.
  • The successful candidate will minimize stockouts, excess inventory, and supply disruptions.
• Vendor Relationship & Performance Management:
  • You will maintain strong, long-term relationships with strategic vendors.
  • Monitor vendor performance using KPIs (on-time delivery, cost competitiveness, quality, and compliance).
  • Conduct quarterly business reviews and push for continuous improvement.
• Cost Optimization & Benchmarking:
  • The successful candidate will continuously benchmark raw material and packaging costs across vendors.
  • Identify alternate suppliers and innovative sourcing channels to reduce procurement costs without compromising quality or speed.
• Risk Management & Contingency Planning:
  • Develop backup vendor options and alternate sourcing strategies to reduce dependency and mitigate risks of supply disruptions, price fluctuations, or regulatory changes.
• Market Intelligence & Innovation:
  • Stay updated with market trends, raw material innovations, packaging trends, and supplier ecosystems.
  • Share insights with NPD/Marketing to develop differentiated, consumer-first products.
  Requirements
  • 4–10 years of experience in sourcing/procurement/vendor management in FMCG, cosmetics, nutrition, personal care, or consumer goods industries.
  • Proven track record in negotiating with third-party manufacturers, private label suppliers, and raw material vendors.
  • Strong knowledge of procurement processes, supply chain operations, and vendor compliance.
  • Exposure to certifications/regulatory requirements (FSSAI, GMP, ISO, FDA, etc.) is a plus.
  • Strong commercial acumen, analytical mindset, and relationship management skills.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with NPD, quality, operations, and e-commerce teams.
  Why Join Us?
  • Opportunity to shape sourcing and procurement strategy for a high-growth health supplements, cosmetics, food & nutraceuticals brand.
  • End-to-end ownership from vendor discovery to marketplace launch.
  • Exposure to innovative product categories, premium formulations, and global supply partners.
  • A fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where your decisions directly impact business growth.