Position: Regional Manager (Milk Procurement & Inputs)
To spearhead our milk procurement and input activities, we are looking for a senior person to join our leadership team.
Key Responsibilities
- 1. Develop and implement effective milk procurement strategies aligned with business requirements and ensure procurement as per budgeted quantities across lean and flush seasons.
- 2. Build and maintain strong, enduring relationships with farmers, FPOs and other stakeholders through extension and input activities.
- 3. Manage end-to-end operations of all Chilling Centres (CCs), including logistics, transportation and storage ensuring adherence to company SOPs, quality standards, safety and statutory norms.
- 4. Drive operational efficiency, productivity and capacity utilization across all CCs.
- 5. Manage the input activities which includes Animal Husbandry, Artificial Insemination, Fodder Development, Cattle Feed supply and field extension activities.
- 6. Prepare Annual Business Plans / Budgets, analyse data on procurement, quality and supply chain performance, and report performance across CCs on costs and achievement of budgeted goals.
- 7. Lead, build and develop a high-performing procurement team through continuous learning and performance feedback.
- 8. Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations and industry standards.
Desired Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Science or Dairy Science or Agriculture.
- Minimum 18 years of experience in milk procurement and inputs activities, with at least 8 years in a leadership role.
- Age: 45-50 years.
- Exposure to ERP environment and data analysis desirable.
We offer an attractive salary package commensurate with experience.