Procurement Manager
Procurement Manager
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05-06-2025
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Job Description: Procurement Manager
WHAT WE DO AND WHO WE ARE
Join the dynamic team at Wholsum Foods and be part of an extraordinary movement! Our mission is simple: to change the worlds eats. With brands like Slurrp Farm and Mille we offer healthy and delicious alternatives to the junk food epidemic. Its time to rediscover the nutritious traditions of our ancestors and embrace the power of millets like Ragi Jowar Bajra and Foxtail Millet.
Led by founders - Shauravi Malik and Meghana Narayan we are food enthusiasts entrepreneurs and mothers committed to making a difference. Were expanding globally and seeking talented individuals who thrive in a collaborative innovative and high-growth environment. Join us and embark on a rewarding journey where you can grow professionally while having a blast!
At Wholsum Foods we celebrate diversity and unity all driven by a shared mission to revolutionize the way we eat. Our team is our greatest asset and our core valuesRelationship First Dependable Passionate and Growth Mindsetbring out the best in each team member. We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace embracing individuals regardless of race color ancestry religion sex sexual orientation marital status disability or gender identity. Together we will redefine the future of food!
We are also Great Place to Work Certified.
WHAT WILL YOU DO AT WHOLSUM FOODS
As Procurement Manager RM/PM you will lead the sourcing procurement and vendor development initiatives for all Raw Materials (RM) and Packaging Materials (PM). Your key responsibility will be to ensure the right materials are available at the right cost time and quality to support our production and new product development needs. This is a critical role requiring strong commercial acumen cross-functional collaboration and execution excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build and manage a strong vendor base for Raw and Packaging Materials aligned with quality cost and service expectations.
- Develop procurement strategies that ensure uninterrupted supply at the best value while mitigating supply risks.
- Collaborate with R&D and NPD teams for timely onboarding of vendors for new materials and packaging innovations.
- Lead price negotiations contractual agreements and drive cost-saving initiatives across the procurement portfolio.
- Establish procurement KPIs (OTIF cost lead time inventory health) and drive regular reviews with internal and external stakeholders.
- Implement best practices in vendor evaluation material planning and purchase order processes.
- Monitor market trends for key raw materials and packaging inputs to forecast price movements and manage budgets.
- Ensure compliance with food safety quality standards and regulatory requirements in all procurement activities.
- Own the digitization and streamlining of procurement processes via ERP and relevant procurement tools.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in engineering or Supply Chain or related field. MBA preferred.
- 68 years of relevant experience in RM/PM Procurement preferably in Food FMCG or Manufacturing sectors.
- Strong negotiation analytical and supplier management skills.
- Ability to lead procurement projects and influence cross-functional teams.
- Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP/NetSuite or similar).
- Comfortable with Excel Word and PowerPoint; knowledge of procurement software tools is a plus.
- Deep understanding of RM/PM specifications quality norms and food safety regulations is essential.
WHAT WILL YOU GET
- An opportunity to scale with a high-growth startup in the FMCG space.
- Ownership of a business-critical function with room for innovation.
- Mentorship from senior leadership and exposure to global sourcing best practices.
- A collaborative team culture that values performance passion and purpose.
Location: Gurgaon
Starting Date: Position open immediately
Required Experience:
Manager
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Full Time
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