Category Lead, Beverages

18 hours ago


Chennai, India Frutta - Corporate Refreshment & Experience Specialist Full time

Company Description

Frutta is South India’s most preferred one-stop corporate food & refreshment partner, tackling inefficiencies in the B2B food sector. We offer over 250 varieties of snacks, food items, beverages, events and more to HR/Admin departments through a stringent product selection process, quality checks, and curated vendor selection. Founded by alumni from the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (IIMA), Frutta focuses on delivering reliable and affordable snacks and refreshments programs for employees.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Category Lead, Beverages at Frutta, Chennai. The Category Lead will be responsible for managing and overseeing the beverages category (Hot Beverages - Tea & Coffee), including business development, procurement, contract negotiation, and ensuring quality standards. They will analyze market trends, communicate effectively, and optimize the category's performance.

Qualifications

  • Category Management
  • Business Development (Willingness to travel within Chennai a must)
  • Analytical Skills for market trend analysis
  • Communication skills for effective interaction
  • Contract Negotiation expertise
  • Experience in vendor management and product quality assurance
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field
  • Previous experience in the vending machine industry is a plus


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