01Overview
About the Company :
FERTIS is a fast-growing technology company focused on research, development, and commercialization of novel crop nutrients, microbes, protectants, and sustainable food technologies. It is built on over two decades of proprietary research into novel nutritive materials, molecular formulations, and microbes. Our solutions enhance crop yields, nutrient density, and resilience against stresses while delivering clean-label produce fueling a resilient agricultural ecosystem where healthier soils yield healthier harvests and people. Our mission spans three pillars: Sustainable Crop Inputs, Next-Generation Food Ingredients, and Intelligent Food Value Networks from farm to waste.
From launching India's first customized broadcast and Water-Soluble Fertilizers to creating the World's Largest Agri Commodity Spot Market (e-NAM), FERTIS empowers progressive farmers and institutional buyers with rigorously tested, patented solutions.
As a next-generation Food Ingredients company, we focus on developing and producing nutraceuticals, and ultra-low calorie, low GI Rare Sugars using patented processes under ingredient brand names designed to replace sucrose, HFCS, and glucose across applications.
Honored with the National Level Award at "India Agribusiness Awards 2022" by Indian Chamber of Food and Agriculture (ICFA) for outstanding contribution in Crop Nutrition, "Best Novel Nutrients Company Award" from ABSA consecutively for 2023 and 2024, and the "Agriculture Leadership Award 2025" by Agriculture Today Group under the category "Leadership in Innovative, Sustainable Plant Nutrition".
Job Title : HEAD - PROCUREMENT
Level / Grade : DGM / Senior DGM
Department : Procurement
Reports To : CEO
Work Location : Corporate Office, Hyderabad
CTC Range (P/A) : As per industry standards and commensurate with experience
No. of Vacancies : 01
Essential Qualification :
- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering, Commerce, or a related discipline.
Desirable Qualification :
- MBA or Master's Degree in SCM, Procurement, Operations, or related field.
Age Group :
- Preferably below 45 years
Languages :
- English
Work Experience :
- Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, Commercial Operations, or Inventory Management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
Exposure to manufacturing, agri-inputs, fertilizers, specialty chemicals, biotechnology, food ingredients, nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, FMCG, or related industries will be preferred. The incumbent should possess proven experience in supplier management, contract negotiations, procurement planning, inventory control, cost optimization, working capital management, and ERP-enabled procurement processes.
Role Summary :
We are looking for a dynamic and result-oriented Head - Procurement to lead the Company's procurement, sourcing, inventory management, and supplier relationship functions. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring uninterrupted availability of materials, goods, and services required for Manufacturing, Trading, R&D, and Business Operations at competitive market-benchmarked prices while maintaining optimum inventory levels and working capital efficiency.
The role will drive strategic sourcing, supplier development, procurement cost optimization, inventory governance, risk management, and process excellence through a new-age procurement approach leveraging technology, analytics, market intelligence, and strong supplier partnerships. The incumbent will play a key role in enhancing profitability, strengthening supply continuity, improving operational efficiency, and supporting the Company's growth and business objectives.
The role will also support emerging and strategic business units, including the Food Ingredients business, by developing scalable sourcing strategies, supplier networks, and procurement capabilities aligned with the Company's growth plans.
Role & Responsibilities :
Strategic Planning :
i. Contributing to Long-Term Strategy: Collaborate with the executive leadership team to develop procurement strategies aligned with the Company's business objectives, growth plans, and profitability goals.
ii. Setting Objectives and Targets: Establish measurable procurement KPIs and performance targets aligned with organizational objectives.
iii. Sourcing Optimization: Develop and implement innovative, cost-effective sourcing strategies focusing on supply continuity, cost competitiveness, supplier diversification, and sustainability.
Market Research and Analysis :
i. Conducting Market Research: Continuously monitor market trends, commodity movements, supplier capabilities, technological advancements, and industry developments.
ii. Analyzing Procurement Needs: Assess procurement requirements across Production .
