- Deep Knowledge of product, seasonality

- Know the Market and Sourcing belt, Stay on top of sourcing trends in an ever changing landscape .

- Co-own the P&L, develop the business Model, understand where opportunities are and create the viable sourcing model .

- Know the competition, Understand the online/offline players, Mandi and B2C sales.

- Assortment expansion with new innovation like product sourcing and selling architecture.

- Inventory Management, Manage optimal inventory with targeted DOH norms, D- 90 days planning on sourcing and marketing calendar .

- Close watch on Customer complaints and B2C returns..

Who are we looking for?

- Strong Excel, Power Point, Knowledge of Data Analytics will be added advantage

- Proven track record of taking ownership and driving results

- Proven analytical skills and highly comfortable with numbers

- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including strong writing and speaking skills

- Excellent relationship builder with strong positive attitude

- Ability to both plan and execute

- Challenge and negotiate with Farmer/Vendor/Service provider where required while maintaining positive relationships

- Work within a dynamic environment and balance multiple priorities

- Challenge and negotiate with Farmer/Vendor/Service provider where required while maintaining positive relationships

- Work within a dynamic environment and balance multiple priorities

- The Zonal Head has end-to-end P&L responsibility for his Product and will be responsible for defining long-term strategic plans, driving day-to-day activity like CC operational/Margin improvement/Optimizing the cost, Fulfilling the regional and LOB wise fill-rate, building and growing strategic relationships with Farmers/Vendor and building a high performing team.

What would be a value add?

Product - Pomegranate, Orange, Mango Alphonso, Mango Kesar, Strawberry, Banana and Others

Education - B.sc Ag Or Ms. Ag &MBA

Exp - 8-12 Yrs.

Language Known - Marathi/Hindi/English

Location - Maharashtra ( preferred Pune)

MUST HAVES:

Minimum 8yrs experience Seasonal products sourcing

Person should know the local language

Person should willing to travel

Less than 30days notice only