VP – Supply Chain Management

About the job

Role Summary: The VP - Supply Chain Management will be responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies, building and nurturing supplier networks, and ensuring cost-effective, timely, and quality procurement of raw materials and consumables, especially herbal and organic ingredients. The incumbent will lead initiatives that align with our scale-up strategy, including direct farmer engagement, supplier development, and sustainable sourcing practices. Location: Hyderabad, Corporate Office Reporting: CEO Key Responsibilities: - Strategic Sourcing & Procurement: - Lead end-to-end procurement of herbal raw materials, organic ingredients, and consumables across India and globally. - Finalize annual procurement plans aligned with business targets and growth roadmap. - Negotiate long-term contracts with suppliers and partners to ensure price stability and quality. - Supplier & Farmer Network Development: - Identify, onboard, and develop a robust supplier base across the country. - Build strategic relationships with herbal ingredient suppliers and traders. - Launch and manage farmer engagement programs to encourage cultivation of botanicals, medicinal herbs, and rare herbs. - Promote sustainable and organic farming practices in line with company goals and global standards. - Cost Optimization & Budget Control: - Design and implement cost-saving initiatives across the procurement process. - Ensure all sourcing activities are aligned with overall budgetary constraints and profitability metrics. - Identify alternative sources and substitute ingredients to reduce dependency and mitigate risks. - Operations & SCM Efficiency: - Collaborate with production, R&D, quality, and warehouse teams to ensure supply chain agility. - Implement procurement automation, demand forecasting tools, and performance tracking systems. - Lead strategic supply chain projects and ensure timely execution with measurable outcomes. - Compliance & Certifications: - Ensure compliance with global and domestic sourcing regulations including organic certifications, GMP, and traceability norms. - Oversee audits and documentation for export readiness and international trade standards. Key Requirements: - Educational Qualification: Bachelor's in Agriculture, Botany, Supply Chain, or related fields. MBA or equivalent in Supply Chain Management preferred. - Experience: Minimum 15 years in procurement/supply chain, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within nutraceuticals, herbal, agri-processing, or allied industries. - Strong negotiation, analytical, and leadership skills. - Experience in managing scale-up strategies and large procurement budgets.

Requirements

• Procurement
• Supplier Management
• Sourcing Strategies
• Negotiation
• Supply Chain Strategy

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Agriculture, Botany, Supply Chain, or related fields
• MBA or equivalent in Supply Chain Management preferred

Preferred Technologies

• Procurement
• Supplier Management
• Sourcing Strategies
• Negotiation
• Supply Chain Strategy