Procurement Manager
Description
Procurement Manager
Mevive International Food Ingredients
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Full–time
Job description
Designation: Procurement Manager (Spices & Dehydrated Vegetables)
Employment Type: Full-time
Experience: 10 years in relevant field, with 4-5 years in food ingredient purchasing/procurement.
Qualification: B. Tech./M. Sc. in Food Technology or equivalent; MBA preferred.
Skills
Strong negotiation and purchasing skills.
Proficiency in procurement reporting systems.
Ability to manage vendor relationships and contracts.
Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
Fluent in Hindi and other languages would be appreciated
Strong knowledge of procurement practices, vendor management, and quality management.
Proven track record in strategic cost reduction and leveraging vendor relationships.
Advanced Excel & BI experience.
Experience with halal certification and ISO.
Strong numerical ability, attention to detail, independent work capability, excellent communication, and organizational skills.
Job Role & Responsibilities
• Develop procurement strategies and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts.
• Ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Monitor quality control in procurement processes.
• Plan, organize, and control activities related to local/import of food ingredients and materials.
• Prepare market analysis reports and determine delivery conditions.
• Establish quality requirements for suppliers and ensure compliance with standards.
• Maintain competitive edge by optimizing company processes.
• Collaborate with operating staff on procedures and systems.
• Obtain current commodity pricing and availability information.
• Support released products, evaluate field performance, and recommend actions.
• Negotiate pricing and communicate changes to management.
• Provide forecasts to suppliers and prepare/analyze RFQs.
• Evaluate vendor quotations and ensure quality, price, delivery, and service.
• Implement and monitor procurement reporting systems.
• Resolve vendor claims and ensure contract compliance with company policy.
About Our Company:
Mevive International is one of the leading suppliers & exporters of the finest quality food ingredients ranging from Spices & Seasonings, Dehydrated Vegetables, Dried Leaf Ingredients, Spray Dried Ingredients, Specialty Super Foods products. We are a prominent name when it comes to Quality and Customer Satisfaction at genuine pricing. We are a full-service exporter diversifying within the food industry, with a long history of pioneering new markets & capturing market share. We come with an in house team of consultants, associates and experts with a new vision for the growing Food Business. Certified for Organic Trade & offering value-added services with a global presence in over 25 countries. Our Major markets are Middle East, North/South America, Europe, South-East Asia, Indian Subcontinent and growing.