Deputy Manager / Manager - Imports

VEGROWBengaluru, Karnataka, India

7 days ago

Job description

Role : International Sourcing – Fruits

Location : Bangalore / Mumbai

Experience : 3–5 years

Industry Preference : Fruits / Fresh Produce / Perishables

About Vegrow

Vegrow is building India’s largest tech-driven B2B platform for fruits — enabling seamless demand-supply integration between farmers, wholesalers, and retailers. We are expanding our sourcing footprint across international markets to strengthen our portfolio and ensure year-round fruit availability.

We are looking for an agile, business-oriented sourcing professional to lead international supplier development and manage end-to-end import operations for fruits.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development

Identify, evaluate, and onboard international suppliers and exporters for key fruit categories.
Build long-term partnerships with growers, traders, and aggregators across major sourcing geographies.
Drive negotiations on pricing, terms, and quality standards to ensure competitive and reliable supply.
Track global fruit market trends, seasonal availability, and freight movements to support sourcing decisions.
Collaborate closely with Vegrow’s demand, category, and supply planning teams to align sourcing with business goals.

Documentation & Operations

Oversee all import-related documentation, including contracts, invoices, shipping papers, and compliance certifications.

Liaise with logistics partners and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth coordination for shipments, clearances, and quality checks.

Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, customs norms, and phytosanitary requirements.

Maintain an up-to-date supplier database and track performance metrics (cost, quality, delivery).

What We’re Looking For

3–5 years of experience in international sourcing, procurement, or trading , preferably in fruits, fresh produce, or perishables .

Strong exposure to international markets and supplier development.

Solid understanding of import documentation, compliance, and logistics .

Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify new opportunities and build networks from scratch.

Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.

Willingness to travel internationally for supplier visits and trade fairs.

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