Procurement Executive

1 week ago

Udupi, Karnataka, India Upman Placements Full time ₹ 15,00,000 - ₹ 25,00,000 per year

Job purpose:

To lead the strategic procurement of raw cashews and related inputs, ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and sustainable supply of high-quality nuts. You'll oversee global sourcing strategy, supplier development, contract negotiation, inventory forecasts, and risk managementsupporting both business growth and ethical sourcing practices.

Role & responsibilities:

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

Develop and execute end-to-end cashew procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals. Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers (farmers, cooperatives, processors), and nurture existing relationships.

Contract Negotiation & Financial Oversight

Lead negotiations on pricing, payment terms, supply volume, quality standards, and logistics. Track budgets and implement cost-saving initiatives.

Market & Risk Analysis

Monitor global cashew markets, price trends, and supply chain risks. Develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

Manage and build a high-performance procurement team. Coordinate with cross-functional departmentsQuality, Logistics, Finance, Sustainabilityto align sourcing goals and ensure compliance.

Process & Compliance Management

Design and uphold procurement policies, procedures, and ethical sourcing standards.

Drive continuous improvements through system enhancements and performance monitoring.

Reporting & Performance Metrics

Report on key procurement KPIs: cost savings, supplier performance, inventory levels, compliance, and risk status. Provide data-driven insights to senior leadership.

Supplier Audits & Quality Assurance

Coordinate supplier audits, quality inspections, and sustainability assessments. Drive corrective action plans as needed.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Agribusiness, or related discipline; Masters degree or CIPS/CPSM certification preferred.

Minimum3years in commodity/agricultural procurement with at least2years in leadership roles; cashew procurement experience strongly preferred.

Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiations.

Strong analytical, financial, and risk-management capabilities.

Experience with ERP/procurement systems (SAP, Oracle, e-sourcing platforms).

Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills; willingness to travel to sourcing origins.

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