14 Aug
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I Know A Guy
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India
14 Aug
I Know A Guy
India
Location:
India (Remote)
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Experience:
3-4 Years
Reports To:
Procurement Manager / Head of Procurement
About the Employer
Our client is a fast-growing House of Brands building and scaling D2C, B2C, B2B, and omnichannel brands across multiple industries and consumer categories in multiple countries
. Their portfolio spans digital-first businesses, retail and marketplace brands, and offline distribution, serving customers through diverse channels and go-to-market models.
As part of their continued expansion, they are looking for a Executive – Sourcing & Procurement to strengthen their procurement function by identifying reliable suppliers, optimizing sourcing strategies, negotiating commercial terms, and ensuring timely procurement of quality products and materials.
Position Summary The Executive – Sourcing & Procurement will be responsible for managing end-to-end sourcing and procurement activities across multiple product categories. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in FMCG and/or pharmaceutical sourcing
, excellent vendor management skills, and the ability to negotiate favorable commercial terms while ensuring quality, compliance, and timely delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard manufacturers, suppliers, and contract manufacturers.
- Source raw materials, packaging materials, finished goods, and other procurement requirements.
- Obtain quotations, compare commercial proposals, and negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers.
- Coordinate with Product Development, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to meet procurement requirements.
- Conduct supplier evaluations and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
- Monitor procurement timelines and ensure uninterrupted product availability.
- Track market trends, raw material pricing, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Review purchase orders, supplier contracts, and procurement documentation.
- Resolve supplier issues related to quality, delivery, pricing, and performance.
- Maintain accurate procurement records and prepare sourcing reports.
- Support new product development by identifying suitable sourcing partners.
Experience
- 3-4 years of experience in sourcing and procurement.
- Mandatory experience in FMCG and/or Pharmaceutical sourcing.
- Experience in vendor development, supplier negotiations, and procurement planning.
- Experience sourcing packaging materials, raw materials, finished goods, or contract manufacturing services is highly preferred.
- Experience working with ERP systems is an advantage.
Core Competencies
- Negotiation Skills
- Commercial Acumen
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Analytical Thinking
- Cost Optimization
- Problem Solving
- Communication & Stakeholder Management
- Attention to Detail
- Planning & Organization
- Time Management
Compensation & Benefits
- Market-competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
- Performance-based incentives.
- Provident Fund (PF) and statutory benefits.
- Health insurance coverage.
- Remote working opportunity.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
Why Join?
- Work remotely with a fast-growing House of Brands.
- Be part of a dynamic sourcing team supporting multiple FMCG, healthcare, and consumer brands.
- Gain exposure to domestic and international supplier networks.
- Play a key role in launching and scaling innovative products across multiple categories.
📌 Executive – Sourcing & Procurement (FMCG & Pharma) (India)
🏢 I Know A Guy
📍 India