Role & responsibilities

The Assistant Sourcing Manager for Grocery will play a critical role in expanding grocery produce presence. This role is responsible for building a robust, high-velocity supply chain that ensures every product aligns with the evolving needs of our customer base. You will oversee the end-to-end process of supplier onboarding, negotiation, and relationship management to provide value-driven, exclusive fresh products.

Key Responsibilities
- Grocery Category Sourcing & Strategy:
- Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies specifically for seasonal and year-round Fruits & Vegetables.
- Identify and onboard new suppliers, including farmers, aggregators, and Mandi partners, in alignment with company objectives.
- Conduct supplier evaluations to ensure produce quality, freshness, and reliability.
- Negotiations & Vendor Development:
- Lead and manage negotiations with vendors to drive favorable pricing and daily delivery schedules.
- Develop and maintain solid relationships with key suppliers to foster long-term partnerships.




- Continuously assess vendor performance to ensure adherence to quality standards and freshness benchmarks.
- Inventory & Shrinkage Management:
- Oversee inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability while minimizing excess and spoilage (shrinkage).
- Collaborate with the supply chain team to manage in-stock levels efficiently and minimize stock-outs.
- Ensure proper documentation and compliance with food safety regulations for all onboarded vendors.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with the Brand Manager and Product Development teams to align sourcing with customer demand and seasonal launches.
- Provide input to the product development process to ensure sourcing capabilities meet specific quality requirements.
- Collaborate with logistics and finance teams to optimize the "farm-to-warehouse" cost structure.

Key Skills and Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum of 36 years of experience in so

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