Supply Chain Optimization Manager, Groceries (India)

Full–time

Posted on: 5 days ago

Company Description

Unaati is India's fastest and most intelligent B2B Q-Commerce network, empowering retailers with instant access to essential FMCG and daily-need products. Through real-time inventory, hyperlocal warehousing, and rapid delivery, Unaati ensures that kiranas, supermarkets, and small businesses can restock within hours. With a modern Q-Commerce approach, Unaati offers dependable availability, competitive prices, and effortless order management. The company also provides financial products and services to small businesses through its fintech arm, Capital Trust. Headquartered in New Delhi, Unaati operates across major cities and metros in India.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role located in New Delhi for a Senior Sourcing Manager - Grocery & Staples. The role involves identifying and onboarding suppliers, negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and analyzing market trends to optimize sourcing strategies. The candidate will ensure product availability, competitive pricing, and quality standards, while driving operational efficiency and cost savings. Collaboration with cross-functional teams to streamline logistics and supply chain processes will be a key responsibility.

Qualifications

- Proven experience in sourcing, procurement, supplier management, and contract negotiation
- Solid knowledge of grocery & staples industries coupled with market trend analysis
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills
- Analytical skills for cost optimization, demand forecasting, and inventory management
- Proficiency in data analysis tools and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (MBA preferred)
- Experience in retail or e-commerce or Q-Commerce supply chain is must