Manager - Operations (Procurement)

Wholsum Foods (Slurrp Farm and Mille); Gurugram District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from senior leadership

Exposure to global sourcing best practices

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

A dynamic food startup is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee the sourcing and procurement of raw and packaging materials. The role requires 6–8 years of relevant experience and strong negotiation and analytical skills. You will be responsible for developing procurement strategies, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and leading vendor management initiatives. This is an opportunity to scale in a high-growth startup with a collaborative culture valuing innovation. The position is based in Gurugram, with an immediate start date.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of relevant experience in RM/PM Procurement in Food, FMCG, or Manufacturing.
• Comfortable leading procurement projects and influencing teams.
• Deep understanding of RM/PM specifications, safety regulations, and quality norms.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and procurement for Raw and Packaging Materials.
• Develop procurement strategies to ensure uninterrupted supply.
• Collaborate with R&D for vendor onboarding.
• Negotiate prices and drive cost-saving initiatives.
• Establish procurement KPIs and oversee regular reviews.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Supplier management

Cross-functional team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Supply Chain

MBA preferred

Tools

ERP systems (SAP/NetSuite)

Procurement software tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Procurement Manager

What We Do and Who We Are

Join the dynamic team at Wholsum Foods and be part of an extraordinary movement! Our mission is simple: to change the world's eats. With brands like Slurrp Farm and Mille, we offer healthy and delicious alternatives to the junk food epidemic. It's time to rediscover the nutritious traditions of our ancestors and embrace the power of millets like Ragi, Jowar, Bajra, and Foxtail Millet. Led by founders - Shauravi Malik and Meghana Narayan, we are food enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and mothers committed to making a difference. We're expanding globally and seeking talented individuals who thrive in a collaborative, innovative, and high-growth environment. Join us and embark on a rewarding journey where you can grow professionally while having a blast! At Wholsum Foods, we celebrate diversity and unity, all driven by a shared mission to revolutionize the way we eat. Our team is our greatest asset, and our core values—Relationship First, Dependable, Passionate, and Growth Mindset—bring out the best in each team member. We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace, embracing individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or gender identity. Together, we will redefine the future of food!

We are also Great Place to Work Certified.

What Will You Do At Wholsum Foods?

As Procurement Manager – RM/PM, you will lead the sourcing, procurement, and vendor development initiatives for all Raw Materials (RM) and Packaging Materials (PM). Your key responsibility will be to ensure the right materials are available at the right cost, time, and quality to support our production and new product development needs. This is a critical role requiring strong commercial acumen, cross-functional collaboration, and execution excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and manage a strong vendor base for Raw and Packaging Materials aligned with quality, cost, and service expectations.
• Develop procurement strategies that ensure uninterrupted supply at the best value, while mitigating supply risks.
• Collaborate with R&D and NPD teams for timely onboarding of vendors for new materials and packaging innovations.
• Lead price negotiations, contractual agreements, and drive cost‑saving initiatives across the procurement portfolio.
• Establish procurement KPIs (OTIF, cost, lead time, inventory health) and drive regular reviews with internal and external stakeholders.
• Implement best practices in vendor evaluation, material planning, and purchase order processes.
• Monitor market trends for key raw materials and packaging inputs to forecast price movements and manage budgets.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality standards, and regulatory requirements in all procurement activities.
• Own the digitization and streamlining of procurement processes via ERP and relevant procurement tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Supply Chain, or related field. MBA preferred.
• 6–8 years of relevant experience in RM/PM Procurement, preferably in Food, FMCG, or Manufacturing sectors.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and supplier management skills.
• Ability to lead procurement projects and influence cross‑functional teams.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP/NetSuite or similar).
• Comfortable with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; knowledge of procurement software tools is a plus.
• Deep understanding of RM/PM specifications, quality norms, and food safety regulations is essential.

What Will You Get?

• An opportunity to scale with a high‑growth startup in the FMCG space.
• Ownership of a business‑critical function with room for innovation.
• Mentorship from senior leadership and exposure to global sourcing best practices.
• A collaborative team culture that values performance, passion, and purpose.

Location: Gurgaon

Starting Date: Position open immediately

Wholsum Foods is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce.