Head - Sourcing - Fruits & Vegetables

FnV sourcing head West

What would you be doing/ Expected from this role? :

- Deep Knowledge of product , seasonality

- Know the Market and Sourcing belt, Stay on top of sourcing trends in an ever changing landscape .

- Co-own the P&L, develop the business Model ,understand where opportunities are and create

- Please select the same from Validation sheet the viable sourcing model .

- Know the competition, Understand the online/offline players, Mandi and B2C sales.

- Assortment expansion with new innovation like product sourcing and selling architecture.

- Inventory Management, Manage optimal inventory with targeted DOH norms ,D-90 days planning on sourcing and marketing calendar .

- Close watch on Customer complaints and B2C returns..

Who are we looking for? :

- Strong Excel, Power Point, Knowledge of Data Analytics will be added advantage

- Proven track record of taking ownership and driving results

- Proven analytical skills and highly comfortable with numbers

- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including strong writing and speaking skills

- Excellent relationship builder with strong positive attitude

- Ability to both plan and execute

- Challenge and negotiate with Farmer/Vendor/Service provider where required while maintaining positive relationships

- Work within a dynamic environment and balance multiple priorities

- Challenge and negotiate with Farmer/Vendor/Service provider where required while maintaining positive relationships

- Work within a dynamic environment and balance multiple priorities

- The Zonal Head has end-to-end P&L responsibility for his Product and will be responsible for defining long-term strategic plans, driving day-to-day activity like CC operational/Margin improvement/Optimizing the cost, Fulfilling the regional and LOB wise fill-rate, building and growing strategic relationships with Farmers/Vendor and building a high performing team.

What would be a value add? :

Product- Pomegranate, Orange, Mango Alphonso, Mango Kesar, Strawberry, Banana and Others

Education - B.sc Ag Or Ms. Ag &MBA

Exp - 8-12 Yrs.

Language Known - Marathi/Hindi/English

Location - Maharashtra ( preferred Pune)

Targeted Companies - INI farm, Adani Agri, Sahyadri Farm, Vegrow , Chifu agrotech, Mother Dairy, More, Reliance retail. Fresh Top, Dessai Agro, and others.

MUST HAVES :

1. Minimum 8yrs experience Seasonal products sourcing

2. Person should know the local language

3. Person should willing to travel

4. Less than 30days notice only