Procurement Manager Guar Gum & Isabgol

Job Description - Manager / Senior Manager - Guar Gum & Isabgol Procurement
Location: Nashik, Maharashtra
Department: Procurement & Supply Chain
Reporting To: Business Head
Position Overview
The role involves procurement and sourcing of Guar Gum and Isabgol from key producing regions across India. The candidate will be responsible for supplier development, procurement planning, cost optimization, quality assurance, and ensuring uninterrupted supply to support domestic and international sales operations.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Sourcing

• Source Guar Gum and Isabgol from farmers, processors, traders, and manufacturers across India.
• Develop and maintain a reliable supplier network.
• Identify new sourcing regions and procurement opportunities.

Vendor Management

• Conduct supplier evaluations and negotiations.
• Finalize procurement contracts and commercial terms.
• Build long-term strategic relationships with suppliers.

Price & Cost Management

• Monitor market prices, crop conditions, arrivals, and production trends.
• Negotiate competitive procurement rates while ensuring quality standards.
• Recommend procurement strategies based on market intelligence.

Quality & Inventory Management

• Ensure procurement of products meeting customer and export quality requirements.
• Coordinate quality inspections and product testing.
• Maintain optimum inventory levels to support sales commitments.

Logistics & Supply Chain Coordination

• Coordinate transportation, warehousing, and dispatch planning.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to processing units and export facilities.
• Minimize logistics and handling costs.

Reporting & Coordination

• Prepare procurement plans, supplier performance reports, and market updates.
• Coordinate closely with sales, operations, and finance teams.
• Maintain procurement records and documentation.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Procurement quantity achievement.
• Procurement cost optimization.
• Supplier development and retention.
• Quality compliance of sourced materials.
• Timely procurement and delivery.
• Inventory management efficiency.
• Procurement reporting and coordination effectiveness.

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Commerce, Supply Chain, Business Management, or related field.
• 10-15 years of experience in procurement of agro commodities.
• Experience in Guar Gum, Isabgol, Spices, Pulses, Oil Seeds, or agricultural commodities preferred.
• Strong supplier network across India preferred.
• Excellent negotiation, sourcing, and analytical skills.