roles & responsibilities
key responsibilities (kra):
1. strategic sourcing & vendor management
 identify and onboard reliable fmcg brands, manufacturers, and wholesalers.
 negotiate favorable terms (pricing, margins, credit, delivery timelines).
 build partnerships with local/regional fmcg suppliersto ensure product availability.
2. inventory planning & procurement
 forecast demand based on rural sales trends and seasonality.
 raise purchase orders, monitorstock levels, and optimize reordering cycles.
 ensure availability of fast-moving and essential items (sugar, oil, soap, etc.).
3. product & price catalogue management
 maintain an updated product catalogue with clear mrp and customer pricing.
 ensure rural customer affordability while maintaining profit margins.
 work with marketing to create regional assortment packs or combo deals.
4. logistics coordination
 coordinate with the logistics/supply chain team forlast-mile delivery planning.
 ensure vendors adhere to agreed delivery timelines.
 help streamline reverse logisticsfor damaged/expired goods.
5. compliance & quality control
 ensure all products comply with fssai and other regulatory standards.
 conduct periodic quality audits and manage vendor scorecards.
6. data & reporting