Purchase Head (Broken Rice, Maize)

About Us:

POSHN is a new and exciting India-based food supply chain venture founded in 2020 and supported by leading US based VCs, large banks and leading NBFCs.

Were on a mission to organise and digitally transform global food-supply chain market. We are applying first principles thinking and re-imagining the solutions with a tech-product first mindset.

The food-supply chain space is gigantic, complex and has been largely un-organised. So, we are taking the hassle out of it by creating a platform that empowers our products and facilitates a better, efficient and seamless experience between each stakeholder.

Team:

Core team holds together alumni of BITS Pilani, IIM & XLRI with each having decade long experience in the fields of supply chain, technology and product. Previously, we have built several highly impactful tech-product start-ups from ground up.

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced individual who excels in identifying, negotiating, and securing top tier suppliers for distilleries and feed units. The ideal candidate will have sourcing experience in India in UP, Haryana, Bihar, West Bengal, or MP as a Purchase Head or Assistant Purchase Head at a reputed distillery or a feed plant .

Assignment:

As part of the selection process, candidates will be required to complete an assignment: procuring 200 MT of broken rice or maize for an assigned distillery or feed unit.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the search and onboarding of reliable suppliers for distilleries and feed units.
• Negotiate contracts to ensure consistent, high quality material supply.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with key suppliers and vendors.
• 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:

• 5+ years of experience in leading procurement in the Distilleries, Ethanol Plants & Grains industry.
• 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.