12 Nov
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BIOPEAT by Kamala Farms
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Hyderabad
12 Nov
BIOPEAT by Kamala Farms
Hyderabad
About The Role
We are seeking a proactive and field-oriented Procurement Specialist to manage sourcing of fresh fruits and vegetables from farmers, mandis, and vendors. The role focuses on ensuring consistent quality, competitive pricing, and efficient farm-to-market supply with minimal wastage.
What You'll Do
• Procure fruits and vegetables from farmers, mandis, FPOs, and aggregators
• Develop and maintain robust relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Identify and onboard new sourcing partners and regions
• Plan and execute procurement based on demand forecasts
• Oversee grading, sorting, and packing at collection points
• Negotiate pricing, quality standards, and delivery timelines
• Track mandi prices, arrivals, and seasonal trends
• Coordinate logistics to ensure timely delivery (harvest-to-shelf)
• Monitor inventory levels to avoid shortages or overstocking
• Travel regularly to farms, mandis, and sourcing locations What We're Looking For
• 2–5 years of experience in procurement (fresh produce / FMCG preferred)
• B.
Sc. Agriculture, Horticulture, or Agribusiness (preferred)
• Strong exposure to mandi markets and vendor networks
• Good understanding of perishable supply chain and inventory management
• Strong negotiation, communication, and coordination skills
• Willingness to travel extensively for field operations
• Proficiency in local languages preferred
• Own vehicle preferred (fuel reimbursement provided) Nice to Have
• Knowledge of grading, sorting, and post-harvest handling
• Understanding of crop cycles and seasonal trends
• Experience in HORECA, retail, or agri supply chains
• Basic knowledge of Excel or ERP tools What You Get
• Fuel reimbursement (own vehicle)
• Provident Fund
• On-ground exposure to mandi systems and farm-to-market supply chains Ready to apply? We review every application. Expect to hear back within a week. Apply Now
📌 PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST (Hyderabad)
🏢 BIOPEAT by Kamala Farms
📍 Hyderabad