Job Type: Full-time

Job Description: Job Title: Procurement ManagerDepartment: Procurement / Supply ChainLocation: JaipurExperience: 5+ YearsIndustry: Wellness / Beauty & Personal CareEmployment Type: Full-TimeAbout the Company and RoleThe Wellness Shop, operated by Urbaine Consumer India Pvt. Ltd., is a fast-growing D2C brand across wellness, Ayurveda, beauty, and personal care, with operations in Jaipur and Bengaluru. We are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to lead end-to-end sourcing of Raw Materials (RM), Packaging Materials (PM), and Finished Goods (FG) from domestic, third-party, and international suppliers, while driving cost efficiency and managing the procurement team.Key Responsibilities1. International Sourcing and China ImportsIdentify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers from China and other international markets for finished products, packaging materials, beauty devices, and components.Coordinate with international suppliers on pricing, samples, specifications, certifications, and lead times.Oversee the complete import cycle, including Incoterms, LC/TT payments, pre-shipment inspection, freight, and customs clearance through CHAs.Manage HS code classification, duty calculation, and landed cost optimisation.Ensure imported products comply with Indian regulatory requirements (CDSCO, BIS, FSSAI, labelling norms).2. Finished Goods Procurement (Third-Party / Private Label)Identify, audit, and onboard third-party and private label manufacturers for Ayurvedic capsules and tablets, juices and wellness beverages, skincare, haircare, personal care, herbal, and nutraceutical products.Evaluate manufacturers on capability, capacity, certifications (GMP, ISO, AYUSH, FSSAI, cosmetic manufacturing licence), and quality systems.Own the complete FG cycle: vendor identification, quotation, sampling, approval, commercial negotiation, PO, production, QC, dispatch, and receipt.Finalise supply agreements and monitor manufacturer performance on quality, cost, and timelines.3.



Raw Material ProcurementOversee procurement of raw materials for personal care, Ayurvedic, nutraceutical, and wellness products, including herbal extracts, oils, actives, powders, vitamins, minerals, preservatives, fragrances, and colours.Build a reliable supplier base for regular and new-product requirements.Lead negotiations on pricing, MOQs, and commercial terms.Ensure specifications, COA, samples, and approvals are aligned with Quality and R&D; teams.4. Packaging Material ProcurementOversee procurement of bottles, jars, tubes, caps, pumps, droppers, labels, mono cartons, outer cartons, pouches, sachets, induction seals, shrink sleeves, and printed packaging.Ensure artwork, specifications, sampling, printing, and delivery timelines are met, especially for new launches.5. Vendor Development and ManagementBuild and maintain a strong domestic and international vendor network for RM, PM, and FG.Evaluate vendors on quality, price, MOQ, lead time, capacity, and reliability, and develop backup vendors for critical items.Conduct regular price benchmarking and market research.6. Purchase Orders and ApprovalsReview and approve purchase orders as per business requirements and budgets.Monitor open POs, delivery performance, and escalations.Coordinate with Stores, Production, QC, R&D;, Finance, and Supply Chain teams.7. Cost and Inventory ManagementDrive measurable cost reductions through negotiation and vendor consolidation.Plan procurement in line with production plans, inventory levels, and import lead times.Optimise MOQs and purchase quantities to avoid excess inventory and shortages.8.



Quality and Regulatory ComplianceEnsure vendors provide COA, MSDS/SDS, specifications, test reports, and manufacturing licences.Work with QC/QA to resolve supplier quality issues.Ensure compliance with applicable Ayurvedic, cosmetic, nutraceutical, and food regulations (AYUSH, CDSCO, FSSAI).9. Team Leadership and ReportingLead, mentor, and manage the procurement team, including Procurement Executives.Present procurement MIS to leadership, covering spend, cost savings, landed cost, and vendor performance.Required Experience5+ years of procurement experience in Wellness or Beauty & Personal Care companies, preferably covering Ayurveda, Nutraceuticals, or Herbal products.Practical experience in sourcing RM, PM, and FG.Hands-on experience in international sourcing and China imports.Robust experience managing third-party / private label manufacturers.Experience leading a procurement team.Candidates with experience only in colour cosmetics (makeup) will not be considered.Key SkillsInternational sourcing, import documentation, and landed costingThird-party / private label manufacturing managementVendor development and negotiationCosting and comparative analysisRM/PM/FG procurementTeam leadership and stakeholder managementMS Excel / Google Sheets; ERP knowledge preferredProcurement MIS and reportingPreferred Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate should come from a Wellness or Beauty & Personal Care background, with strong knowledge of the skincare, haircare, Ayurvedic, or nutraceutical supplier ecosystem, an established network of manufacturers across India, and working relationships with suppliers in China.Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)On-time availability of RM/PM/FGPurchase cost savings and landed cost optimisationVendor development and manufacturer performanceReduction in procurement lead time and material shortagesQuality and documentation complianceTeam performance and development

📌 Procurement Manage (Beauty, Personal Care And Wellness) (India)
🏢 The Wellness Shop
📍 India