Deputy Manager/Manager - Global Sourcing

VEGROW; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech-driven B2B platform for fruits is seeking a Deputy Manager/Manager - Global Sourcing to lead international supplier development and manage end-to-end import operations for fruits. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in international sourcing within the perishables sector, with strong negotiation and communication skills. The role requires willingness to travel for supplier visits and trade fairs. Join an agile team focused on seamless demand-supply integration.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in international sourcing, procurement, or trading.
• Strong exposure to international markets and supplier development.
• Solid understanding of import documentation and logistics.
• Solid understanding of import documentation, compliance, and logistics.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with 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.

Responsibilities

• Identify and onboard international suppliers for key fruit categories.
• Drive negotiations on pricing and quality standards.
• Oversee import documentation and compliance with regulations.
• Track global fruit market trends, seasonal availability, and freight movements to support sourcing decisions.
• 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.
• Maintain an up-to-date supplier database and track performance metrics (cost, quality, delivery).

Skills

International sourcing

Negotiation

Relationship management

Communication

Market analysis

Job description

Deputy Manager/Manager - Global Sourcing

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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.