Head Procurement - Raw Material

We are partnering with a leading Global FMCG company to identify Head Procurement – Raw Material for India. The position will report to Chief Procurement Officer

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Candidates must be having extensive experience in Raw Material Procurement with a leading FMCG/ Food manufacturing company

PLEASE APPLY ONLY IF YOU HAVE EXPERIENCE IN FMCG COMPANY/ Food Manufacturing company

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Role Overview

We are seeking an accomplished and strategic procurement leader to head the Raw Material Procurement function at the national level. This role will be responsible for driving sourcing excellence, supplier partnership development, cost optimization, and procurement governance across all raw material categories critical to the beverage business. The position will play a pivotal role in aligning procurement strategy with business goals, ensuring supply continuity, and contributing to long-term competitive advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Planning:
• Develop and implement national-level sourcing strategies for key raw materials (e.g., sugar, juices, CO₂).
• Analyze market trends, supplier landscapes, and commodity indices to forecast and mitigate risks.

Supplier Management:

• Build and manage strong supplier relationships for long-term collaboration.
• Lead supplier evaluation, audits, contract negotiations, and performance reviews.

Cost Optimization:

• Drive cost savings through strategic sourcing, value engineering, alternate vendor development, and spend analytics.
• Manage budgets and align with commercial and financial teams on pricing, demand forecasts, and inflation trends.

Cross-Functional Leadership:

• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, R&D, legal, and finance to ensure alignment of procurement goals.
• Provide procurement input for new product development and innovation teams.

Governance and Compliance:

• Ensure all procurement processes adhere to company policy, ethical standards, and regulatory norms.
• Implement risk management and sustainability practices across the procurement chain.

Team Development:

• Lead and mentor a team of regional procurement professionals to enhance capability and drive performance.

Team Size

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Role Qualifications

• MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain, Operations, or related field from a reputed institute.
• 15+ years of experience in strategic procurement, preferably in the Beverage or FMCG industry.
• Strong understanding of raw material markets, vendor ecosystems, and commodity cost structures.
• Proven leadership experience in managing large-scale sourcing operations.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

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