Job Description

Depot Purchase Manager - Tamil Nadu

Job description

Company Overview:

Plantix is India\'s leading digital ecosystem connecting farmers, local retailers and agri-input producers. It is the world\'s most downloaded app for farmers - combining artificial intelligence and the expertise of leading research institutions around the globe. Millions of customers use the Plantix Crop Doctor to diagnose crop problems, get recommendations about treatments and the best suited products at their local store. For the first time in their farming life, many are now able to obtain an accurate diagnosis and the right treatment. On top of this, we provide detailed advice on how to avoid crop loss and to minimize pesticide and fertilizer use. With Plantix, we are able to make a meaningful impact in farmers\' lives.

We have also built the country\'s largest digital B2B platform, the Plantix Partner App for agri-inputs - connecting tens of thousand local retailers. The company has over 1000 products listed in the product catalogue, offers transparent pricing, easy payment and business management.

Would you love to join our dynamic team of over 250 people? We are looking for an experienced Purchase Manager for our Tamil Nadu Depot.

What would be your Role?

Act to make key decisions and impact all tactical objectives in real time. Buying and building assortment, selecting the target market, shaping pricing strategy, planning promotional events and sales

Ensure efficient and timely forecasts for product demand to ensure the sustainability of inventory

Ability to get best in class pricing through strategic alignment and strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills

Place appropriate orders to ensure product availability that meets retailer demands

Follow up with suppliers as needed, to confirm or change orders

Vendor Co-ordination & maintain strong working relationships with our vendors

Day to day communication with sales team related query

Compare product deliveries with issued purchase orders and contact vendors when there are discrepancies

Monitoring stock levels and identifying purchase needs

Minimize out of stock cases for fast moving products in a data driven manner

Liaise with warehouse staff to ensure products arrive in good condition

Job requirements

We are looking for:

Candidates having education background in B.Sc./M.Sc.-Agriculture

2-5 years of experience in the respective industries : Fertilizer/Agrochemical Industry

Strong and in-depth market & geography knowledge

Candidates having exposure to manage sales remotely and strong bend towards products, competition, etc.
Should have worked on the ground and should have a strong understanding of Crop coverage and Crop-Product relationships

Excellent interpersonal skills can work well with cross functional team members and can manage sales remotely

Good Presentation and Communication skills

Desired personality traits of being a self-learner, collaborator and extra miler

Why Plantix?

• You will work on meaningful products that have a direct positive impact on user\'s lives
• A diverse, knowledgeable and excellent team to work with
• A competitive compensation package that includes salary, benefits and company shares
• A high-impact work environment with short decision-making process
• Company-sponsored health & accidental insurance coverage
• Work life balance and much more!!

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