Head SCM

This role is for one of our clientsIndustry: ManagementSeniority level: Mid-Senior levelMin Experience: 15 yearsLocation: HyderabadJobType: full-time

About the Role:

We are seeking a seasoned supply chain leader with deep expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier development, and end-to-end procurement of herbal, botanical, and organic raw materials. This leadership role is critical in scaling our ingredient ecosystem, ensuring sourcing resilience, and driving sustainable growth aligned with international quality and compliance standards.The ideal candidate brings a mix of operational excellence, agricultural supply chain exposure, and a forward-thinking approach to building scalable and ethical sourcing frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Supply Chain Design

Define and lead the strategic roadmap for sourcing, procurement, and supply chain transformation across herbal and natural ingredient categories.Architect long-term procurement strategies that ensure uninterrupted supply, cost optimization, and vendor alignment with production and R&D needs.

Supplier Ecosystem Development

Build a robust multi-tiered sourcing network, including local farmer collectives, organic producers, and international suppliers.Lead vendor qualification, onboarding, and performance management programs to ensure quality, reliability, and compliance.

Sustainability & Ethical Sourcing

Design and implement sustainable sourcing models that promote regenerative agriculture and organic certification.Collaborate with stakeholders to promote traceability and environmental compliance across the entire ingredient lifecycle.

Operational Excellence & Cross-functional Collaboration

Partner with Quality, Regulatory, R&D, and Manufacturing teams to streamline sourcing operations and optimize lead times.Deploy systems for demand planning, procurement analytics, and risk mitigation across high-value raw material categories.

Cost Leadership & Process Innovation

Lead cost-efficiency programs through supplier consolidation, process reengineering, and alternate ingredient strategies.Implement procurement automation tools and performance dashboards for data-driven decision-making.

Governance, Audit & Global Compliance

Ensure full compliance with domestic and international procurement standards, including organic, GMP, FSSAI, and global export certifications.Oversee documentation processes and lead readiness for quality audits and trade certifications.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Life Sciences, Botany, or Supply Chain.MBA or postgraduate qualification in Supply Chain, Operations, or Agribusiness preferred.

Experience:

15+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain roles, with a proven track record in sourcing herbal or agricultural raw materials.Demonstrated leadership in supplier management, sustainability initiatives, and managing high-value procurement portfolios.

Skills & Attributes:

Strategic mindset with operational execution capabilities.Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.Deep understanding of herbal sourcing networks, farming practices, and global procurement trends.Passion for building ethical and sustainable supply chains.

Keywords:

Herbal Procurement, Supply Chain Strategy, Sustainable Sourcing, Organic Ingredients, Global Sourcing, Farmer Network Development, Agribusiness, Natural Products, Procurement Leadership, Traceability Compliance