Assistant Purchase Manager || FMCG - Food || Kolkata

Symbiosis Management Consultants

5 - 10 years

14 - 16 Lacs

kolkata

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purchase raw material procurement chocolate

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Job Type

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Job Description

Job Title:

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement sourcing strategies for
chocolate spreads, cocoa, sugar, milk solids, packaging materials
, and other raw ingredients.
Identify, evaluate, and onboard new vendors/suppliers to ensure
cost efficiency, quality, and timely supply
.
Negotiate contracts, pricing, and payment terms with suppliers while ensuring compliance with company policies.
Collaborate with R&D, Production, and Quality teams to align sourcing with product requirements.
Monitor
market trends, price fluctuations, and commodity indices
(cocoa, sugar, dairy) to optimize procurement decisions.
Ensure adherence to
quality standards, regulatory requirements, and food safety norms
.
Maintain supplier relationships, conduct performance reviews, and resolve supply chain issues.
Support
cost-saving initiatives, risk management, and supply continuity planning
.
Regular MIS reporting on sourcing KPIs (cost, quality, delivery, risk).

Key Skills & Competencies:

Strong knowledge of
procurement in food/FMCG
, preferably in chocolate, cocoa, dairy, or spreads.
Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
Analytical mindset with ability to track commodity trends and costing.
Good knowledge of
food safety, FSSAI compliance, and supply chain best practices
.
Proficiency in MS Excel, ERP/SAP.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications & Experience:

MBA / PGDM in Supply Chain, Operations, or related field.
4+ years of experience in
sourcing/procurement
within FMCG/Food industry.
Exposure to
chocolate, confectionery, or spreads segment
is highly desirable.

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