Procurement Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled and driven procurement professional to lead the end-to-end vendor and supply chain process for our growing health supplements, cosmetics, food & nutraceuticals brand.

This role is ideal for someone with experience in sourcing/procurement/vendor management in FMCG, cosmetics, nutrition, personal care, or consumer goods industries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Vendor Identification & Development
  • Research, identify, and onboard reliable vendors, raw material suppliers, packaging vendors, and contract manufacturers (domestic and international) across categories such as cosmetics, personal care, nutraceuticals, and FMCG.
  • Conduct factory audits, background checks, and capability assessments.
• Contract Manufacturing & Private Label Management
  • Work with third-party manufacturers and private label partners to develop new products, ensuring compliance with formulations, packaging, quality standards, and regulatory norms.
  • Build scalable vendor partnerships to support new launches and bulk production.
• Procurement & Negotiation
  • Lead end-to-end procurement, including RFPs, RFQs, and tender processes.
  • Negotiate pricing, credit terms, lead times, and minimum order quantities (MOQs) to drive cost optimization while maintaining consistent supply and vendor loyalty.
• Regulatory & Quality Compliance
  • Ensure 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
  • Partner with New Product Development (NPD), R&D, Quality, Operations, and Marketing teams to bring new SKUs from concept to commercialization.
  • Align procurement timelines with product launch calendars and e-commerce go-live dates.
• Supply Chain & Inventory Alignment
  • Work with logistics and supply chain teams to ensure timely inbound delivery, warehousing, and outbound movement of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods.
  • Minimize stockouts, excess inventory, and supply disruptions.
• Vendor Relationship & Performance Management
  • 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
  • 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.