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Eeki - Head - Vegetable Procurement

Eeki - Head - Vegetable Procurement

EekiGurugram, India
8 days ago
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Job Description :

Founded in 2018, Eeki Foods is dedicated to transforming the agricultural landscape through innovative technology. We specialize in cultivating a wide range of nutritious and chemical-free vegetables, achieving a remarkable 1800% higher yield across barren lands while conserving 90% of water.

Our mission is to establish climate-proof farms using cutting-edge growing chambers, medium-less cultivation, and advanced IoT mechanisms to enhance sustainability and revolutionize the way we grow vegetables.

Job Title : Vegetable Procurement Head

Role Overview :

  • Eeki is seeking a vegetable procurement head who will be responsible for leading procurement strategy and farmer network development.
  • He needs to build supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure consistent Grade A produce supply for B2B and export markets.

Responsibilities :

1. Supplier Network Development :

  • Build and manage farmer partnerships across key regions.
  • Negotiate pricing, quality standards, and delivery contracts
  • Implement penalty / incentive structures to prevent peak-price dropouts
  • Establish collection centres and quality control systems

    • 2. Operations & Quality Management :

  • Ensure GAP certification compliance across the supplier network
  • Coordinate cold-chain logistics and transportation
  • Maintain procurement cost targets while ensuring Grade A standards
  • Track daily supply vs demand metrics and report to the CEO

    • 3. Strategic Planning :

  • Develop seasonal supply planning and risk mitigation strategies
  • Identify new farmer prospects through existing networks
  • Support export documentation and compliance requirements
  • Build backup supplier relationships for supply continuity

    • Required skills and qualifications :

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Agriculture or related field
  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in agriculture procurement or supply chain management
  • Strong farmer and supplier network in Rajasthan / North India
  • Demonstrated expertise in contract farming and vendor management
  • Proven negotiation skills with ability to assess and ensure production quality
  • Valid driving license and willingness to travel up to 60% in the field
  • Hands-on experience with fresh produce, vegetables, or horticulture
  • Knowledge of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP), FSSAI regulations, and export compliance
  • Solid understanding of mandi systems and agricultural pricing mechanisms

    • Salary : Industry-competitive salary + performance incentives

    Allowance : Travel and conveyance

    Location : Gurgaon

    (ref : iimjobs.com)

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