Import Buyer -Supermarket Products

Job Title: Import Buyer – FMCG / Supermarket Products
Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Company: Tanam Advisory Pvt Ltd

Job Overview:

We are looking for an Import Buyer with experience in FMCG products and supermarket assortments to join our Ahmedabad-based back office. The role involves international sourcing, vendor coordination, and forecast-based planning to support containerized imports for group companies operating in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source a wide range of FMCG products (snacks, groceries, personal care, household items, dairy, beverages, etc.) from India, UAE, China, Europe, and other regions
• Build and manage vendor relationships with exporters, manufacturers, and traders
• Analyze past sales data and stock levels to create forecast-based procurement plans
• Prepare and manage documentation: proforma invoices, packing lists, carton details, shipment summaries
• Plan and coordinate container loads based on stock cycles, space optimization, and seasonal demand
• Maintain accurate product records: SKU codes, pack sizes, units per carton, pricing, MOQs, and supplier terms
• Work with logistics and clearing agents to track dispatches and share shipment updates

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience: 2–4 years in FMCG buying, sourcing, merchandising, or international trade (retail, wholesale, or distribution)
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Commerce, International Business, Supply Chain, or related fields (MBA preferred)

• Skills:
• Strong product knowledge of supermarket items
• Working knowledge of import documentation
• Proficient in Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Table, formula use)
• Analytical mindset for demand forecasting and planning
• Strong negotiation and communication skill

• Language: English fluency is a must.
• Location: Ahmedabad (full-time, office-based)

About the Company:

Tanam Advisory Pvt Ltd is the back office for a group of companies in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, focused on import, wholesale, and distribution of FMCG goods. From our Ahmedabad office, we manage procurement, forecasting, and operations for containerized imports from global markets into East Africa.

Job Details:

• Type: Full-time (Office-based)
• Working Days: Monday to Saturday 10am TO 7pm

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹20,006.74 - ₹39,845.00 per month

Benefits:

• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Fixed shift

Work Location: In person