Commodity Buyer- Lead - Kanpur

Job summary

Commodity Buyer Lead is responsible for identifying, sourcing, and procuring high-quality raw materials at optimal pricing, ensuring quality control in production, and overseeing feed mill production planning, quality control, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Procurement and Sourcing: Identify, source, and procure high-quality raw materials at optimal pricing, evaluating their nutritional value and suitability for cattle feed production.

• Quality Assurance: Ensure quality control in production to meet industry standards, developing and implementing quality assurance policies and procedures to minimize wastage.

• Supply Chain Management: Oversee feed mill production planning, quality control, and maintenance, collaborating with suppliers to develop quality improvement plans and ensure compliance with industry regulations.

• Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of technical staff, providing training and support to ensure professional development and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to industry regulations and government feed safety and quality guidelines, maintaining compliance with standards and regulations.

Qualifications

• Education: MBA/PGDM regular from Agri background.

• Experience: 14-16 Years of experience in the cattle feed industry, focusing on technical management, formulation, and customer support, with proven expertise in procurement, quality control, and supply chain management.

• Key Skills:

• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyse quality data, identify trends, and implement corrective actions to minimize wastage.

• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.

• Leadership and Team Management: Experience in managing teams, training staff, and working cross-functionally, with strong leadership and team management skills.

• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of animal nutrition, feed technology, and regulatory compliance, with expertise in feed processing, storage, and handling techniques.

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