Jr Executive - Plant Procurement

Job Description – Plant Procurement Field Executive ( Kadiyam / Kolkata Market)

Role Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and onboard new nurseries and plant growers in and around Kadiyam.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and new suppliers.
• Continuously expand the supplier network to ensure competitive sourcing and reduce dependency on limited vendors.

• Source plants as per business requirements, quality standards, and delivery timelines.
• Coordinate daily with suppliers regarding plant availability, pricing, and production status.
• Negotiate competitive prices, payment terms, and dispatch schedules.

• Inspect plants before dispatch to ensure they meet the company's quality parameters.
• Verify plant health, height, leaf count, pot size, root development, and overall appearance.
• Reject or recommend corrective actions for plants that do not meet quality standards.

• Coordinate with suppliers, transporters, and internal teams to ensure timely dispatch of plants.
• Monitor loading, packing, and transportation to minimize transit damage.
• Share dispatch updates and resolve any logistics-related issues.

• Work closely with Procurement, Fulfilment Centre (FF), Quality, Operations, and Logistics teams.
• Maintain regular communication regarding order status, shortages, dispatch schedules, and market updates.
• Support urgent sourcing requirements and ensure smooth execution of procurement plans.

• Track plant availability, seasonal trends, pricing, and new varieties in the Kadiyam market.
• Provide regular updates on market conditions, supplier performance, and procurement opportunities.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of ornamental and indoor plants.
• Excellent supplier negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Good understanding of plant quality parameters and inspection methods.
• Ability to coordinate multiple suppliers and dispatches simultaneously.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and procurement reporting.

Preferred Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, or any related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in plant procurement, nursery operations, or horticulture.
• Experience working with nurseries and growers in the Kadiyam and muchisha region will be preferred.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Number of new suppliers developed.
• Cost savings through effective negotiations.
• On-time dispatch performance.
• Supplier quality acceptance rate.
• Reduction in procurement lead time.
• Supplier relationship and retention.
• Timely market intelligence and reporting.