Procurement Head- Basmati Rice

About Us:

POSHN is a new and exciting India based food-tech venture founded in 2020, backed by leading US-based VCs, Large Banks and NBFCs. Our mission is to organise and digitally transform the global Food Supply chain market. With a tech product first mindset, we are reimagining solutions for this enormous and complex industry, creating a platform that empowers stakeholders and provides a seamless, efficient experience.

Team:

Our core team comprises alumni from BITS Pilani, IIM, and XLRI, each with over a three decades of experience in business transformation, supply chain, technology, and product development. Previously, we've built several highly impactful tech startups from the ground up.

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced individual who excels in identifying, negotiating, and securing top tier suppliers and brokers for basmati rice. The ideal candidate must be open to travel and have sourcing experience in North India in Karnal, Kurukshetra, Bundi belt, as a Purchase Head at a reputed rice exporter brand a large processor plant.

Assignment:

As part of the selection process, candidates will be required to complete an assignment: procuring 200 MT of Basmati Rice for an assigned order.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the search and onboarding of reliable suppliers. Millers, and brokers for basmati rice exports
• Negotiate contracts to ensure consistent, high quality material supply.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with key suppliers, millers, and brokers.
• Develop strategic sourcing plans to meet current and future supply demands.
• Monitor supply chain performance using data analysis and reporting tools.
• Assist the sales team with supplier related inquiries and pitches when needed.

Career Experience We'd Love to See:

• 15+ years of experience in leading procurement in the Basmati plants and exporters.
• Highly developed business and commercial acumen, with associations in the domestic markets.
• Skilled negotiator adept at managing complex negotiations.
• High Energy, enthusiastic, and results driven with strong business acumen.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in the B2B segment.