Job Description – Plant Procurement Field Executive ( Kadiyam / Kolkata Market)
Location 1: - Kadiyam, Andhra Pradesh
Location 2: - Muchisha, West Bengal
Department: Procurement – Plants
Reporting To: Manager – Procurement
Role Summary
We are looking for a proactive and knowledgeable Plant Procurement Executive to be based in Kadiyam and muchisha. The role is responsible for identifying and developing new plant suppliers, managing day-to-day procurement activities, ensuring quality compliance, negotiating the best commercial terms, and coordinating timely dispatches with internal teams.
Key Responsibilities
Supplier Development
- 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.
Plant Sourcing & Procurement
- 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.
Quality Control (QC)
- 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.
Dispatch Coordination
- 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.
Team Coordination
- 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.
Market Intelligence
- 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.