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Company Description
Crave By Leena is Bangalore’s premier plant-based patisserie dedicated to crafting guilt-free, exceptional desserts for all kinds of celebrations. Specializing in vegan, gluten-free, and sugar-conscious creations, we aim to make every celebration inclusive and memorable. Trusted by renowned organizations like Boeing, Goldman Sachs, and Snapchat, we are honored to be part of corporate events, employee celebrations, high tea moments, and more. Our mission is inspired by our founder, Leena Mathai, whose passion for desserts and expertise in baking have garnered recognition, including being a PETA award finalist. If you’re passionate about creating joyful moments, we’d love to have you join our journey.
Role Description
We are seeking a full-time Procurement & Inventory Lead to join our team on-site at our Bengaluru South location. The role involves managing purchase orders, evaluating and negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring a seamless procurement process. Key responsibilities include monitoring inventory levels, analyzing procurement data to optimize processes, and collaborating with suppliers to secure cost-effective and high-quality materials. This role also involves maintaining strong relationships with vendors and coordinating with internal teams to meet operational needs.
Qualifications
1. Procurement & Vendor Management
● Source and manage vendors for raw materials, packaging, and consumables
● Negotiate pricing, credit terms, and delivery timelines
● Identify alternate vendors for key ingredients (especially vegan and specialty items)
● Raise and manage purchase orders based on production requirements
● Track price fluctuations and maintain cost efficiency
● Track delivery timelines for all PO’s raised.
2. Inventory Management
● Maintain accurate stock records using Zoho Inventory (or similar system)
● Handle GRN (Goods Receipt Note) and ensure quantity & quality checks
● Track daily stock movement (inward/outward)
● Maintain minimum stock levels and trigger timely reorders
● Monitor wastage, expiry, and stock discrepancies
3. Coordination & Planning
● Work closely with production team to plan daily and weekly requirements
● Coordinate with dispatch team for packaging and material readiness
● Ensure zero stock-outs for critical SKUs
4. Reporting & Control
● Maintain daily and weekly reports on:
○ Stock levels
○ Purchases
○ Vendor performance
○ Cost trends
● Highlight risks, delays, or shortages proactively
● Support periodic stock audits
Requirements
● 3–4 years of experience in procurement, inventory, or supply chain (F&B preferred)
● Strong vendor management and negotiation skills
● Good understanding of inventory systems (Zoho, Excel, etc.)
● Highly organized and detail-oriented
● Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment
● Street-smart, proactive, and solution-oriented
What We’re Looking For
● Someone who takes ownership and doesn’t wait for instructions
● Strong follow-up skills and discipline
● Ability to handle multiple vendors and moving parts
● Focus on accuracy, cost control, and reliability
Compensation
● ₹30,000 – ₹40,000 per month (based on experience)