About the Role
We are building a new consumer wellness venture in the nutraceuticals space. To set up a strong foundation, we are seeking an experienced operations leader with deep expertise in product sourcing, procurement, and compliance .
This is a ground-up role where you will take ownership of identifying and negotiating with manufacturers, managing regulatory documentation, and ensuring smooth product readiness for launch.
Key Responsibilities
- Product Sourcing & Vendor Management
- Identify, evaluate, and finalize nutraceutical manufacturers (capsules, powders, gummies, functional foods, etc.).
- Negotiate MOQ, pricing, lead times, and quality standards.
- Build and maintain a strong vendor network across India (and internationally if required).
- Compliance & Documentation
- Manage all FSSAI, GMP, and regulatory requirements for product approvals.
- Oversee label approvals, stability testing, certifications, and third-party quality checks.
- Prepare and maintain all vendor and regulatory documentation.
- Procurement & Packaging
- Source and negotiate packaging solutions (bottles, jars, sachets, boxes).
- Optimize procurement costs while ensuring high-quality packaging that meets regulatory norms.
- Coordinate with logistics and warehousing partners for initial product flow.
- Operations Setup
- Establish procurement-to-market SOPs for supply chain and production cycles.
- Monitor vendor performance and ensure on-time delivery and quality.
- Support in new product feasibility studies and costings.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Education : B.Pharm / M.Pharm / M.Sc in Nutrition, Chemistry, or Life Sciences. MBA (Operations / Procurement) is a plus.Experience : 6–12 years in nutraceuticals, health supplements, or food-tech operations with a strong sourcing / procurement background.Track Record : Proven experience in setting up supply chains, vendor networks, and product approvals.Skills :Strong vendor negotiation and relationship-building.Deep understanding of nutraceutical compliance and paperwork.Ability to create processes from scratch in a startup environment.Entrepreneurial mindset with execution-driven approach.Skills Required
Procurement, product sourcing, Negotiation, Quality Checks, Certifications, Gmp, Vendor Management, Regulatory Requirements, stability testing