Procurement officer/Feedstock Coordinator

LR Energy; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

LR Energy in Gurgaon is seeking a Feedstock Coordinator to plan, source, and coordinate biomass feedstocks for its CBG plants, ensuring uninterrupted supply, quality, and optimal inventory. The role requires close collaboration with farmers, aggregators, transporters, plant operations, laboratories, and procurement teams to optimize feedstock mix and reduce costs.

Candidate will manage supplier networks, monitor market trends, and support process improvements across procurement, storage, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Biotechnology, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, Rural Management, or related field.
• 3–5 years in biomass procurement or agri-supply chain, preferably in biofuels or CBG/biogas.

Responsibilities

• Procurement and sourcing of feedstock from suppliers, farmers, and aggregators.
• Coordinate with transporters to ensure timely lifting and delivery of feedstock.
• Monitor stock levels and storage conditions to maintain optimal inventories.
• Coordinate with Quality Control Laboratory for feedstock sampling and testing.
• Collaborate with Plant Operations to align feedstock availability with daily schedules.
• Maintain procurement, supplier, transportation, and inventory MIS reports.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve supply chain issues.
• Travel to field locations for supplier development and coordination.

Skills

Feedstock procurement

Agricultural supply chain

Vendor development

Inventory planning

Logistics coordination

Data analysis

MIS reporting

Negotiation

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Biotechnology, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, Rural Management, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Job Summary

Feedstock Coordinator will be responsible for planning, sourcing, and coordinating the continuous availability of agricultural biomass and other approved feed stocks for the Company’s Compressed Biogas (CBG) plants. The role requires close coordination with farmers, aggregators, transporters, plant operations, laboratories, and procurement teams to ensure uninterrupted feedstock supply, optimum inventory levels, and consistent feedstock quality.

Job Description

Position: Procurement Officer

Location: Gurgaon (Corporate Office)

CTC: ₹6–8 LPA

Feedstock Coordinator will also identify new biomass opportunities, develop supplier networks, monitor market trends, and support initiatives aimed at improving plant efficiency while reducing feedstock costs.

Key Responsibilities

Feedstock Procurement & Sourcing

• Identify, develop, and on‑board new suppliers, farmer groups, FPOs, aggregators, and contractors for agricultural residues and other approved feed stocks.
• Develop long‑term relationships with suppliers to ensure a reliable and cost‑effective feedstock supply chain.
• Conduct market surveys to identify alternate biomass sources and evaluate seasonal availability.

Supply Chain Coordination

• Coordinate with transporters and logistics partners to ensure timely lifting and delivery of feedstock.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly feedstock supply plans based on plant loading requirements.
• Ensure uninterrupted feedstock availability for all assigned plants.

Inventory & Storage Management

• Monitor daily feedstock receipts, stock levels, and storage conditions.
• Maintain optimum inventory levels while minimizing storage losses and deterioration.
• Coordinate with plant teams for proper stock reconciliation and inventory reporting.

Quality Coordination

• Coordinate with the Quality Control Laboratory for feedstock sampling and testing.
• Ensure feedstock meets prescribed quality parameters including moisture, contamination, volatile solids, and other operational requirements.
• Implement corrective actions based on laboratory recommendations.

Operations Coordination

• Work closely with Plant Operations to align feedstock availability with daily feeding schedules.
• Support process optimization by ensuring the right feedstock mix for maximum biogas yield.
• Participate in feedstock trials and biomass optimization initiatives.

Reporting & Data Management

• Maintain accurate procurement, supplier, transportation, and inventory records.
• Prepare MIS reports covering:
• Feedstock procurement
• Supplier performance
• Inventory status
• Consumption trends
• Cost analysis
• Supply forecasts
• Analyse procurement trends and recommend cost‑saving opportunities.

Supplier Performance Management

• Monitor supplier performance against quality, quantity, delivery timelines, and pricing.
• Resolve supply chain issues through proactive engagement with suppliers and transporters.
• Maintain supplier evaluation records and recommend improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Biotechnology, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, Rural Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience in biomass procurement, agri‑supply chain, biofuels, ethanol, CBG/biogas, food processing, or agro‑based industries.
• Experience dealing with farmers, FPOs, aggregators, or agricultural supply chains is preferred.

Key Skills

• Feedstock procurement and sourcing
• Agricultural supply chain management
• Vendor development and relationship management
• Inventory planning and control
• Logistics coordination
• Data analysis and MIS reporting
• Negotiation and communication skills
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making
• Microsoft Excel and ERP systems
• Ability to travel extensively for supplier development and field coordination

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Feedstock availability against plant requirement (%)
• Number of days of uninterrupted feedstock supply
• Procurement cost optimisation
• Supplier delivery performance
• Feedstock quality compliance
• Inventory accuracy
• Reduction in storage and handling losses
• Development of new feedstock sources
• Timeliness and accuracy of MIS reporting

Key Priorities

• Technical evaluation report submission with recommended variety submitted by end of Q2 as per schedule
• Completing the mass balance, process flow diagram and design philosophy for Karnal Expansion
• Maintaining zero downtime for the digesters and predicting near‑to‑accurate biogas generation to support plant operation
• Establishing at least one potential collaboration for research funding
• Formally closing R&D digester with complete documentation and management approval