Purchase Executive (NPD) – Preferably QSR/Fast Food Background Full Time

If interested, share your CV at farheen.akhtar@talentcorner.in or 9036659658

Job Title: Purchase Executive (NPD)

Department: SCM

Industry: Food & Beverage (QSR)

Experience: 2–4 years (QSR/FMCG preferred)

Salary: Upto 35k per month

Location – Mumbai (Goregaon East)

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and onboard reliable vendors and suppliers for raw materials, packaging, and kitchen essentials.

• Ensure timely procurement of quality ingredients at competitive prices.

• Negotiate contracts and maintain long-term supplier relationships.

• Conduct regular market analysis & Benchmarking to stay updated with pricing and quality trends.

• Ensure all purchases comply with food safety and hygiene regulations (FSSAI, etc.).

• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and inventory using ERP systems.

• Work closely with the vendors and to conceptualize.

• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and innovation opportunities.

• Oversee product trials, sensory evaluations, and feedback collection.

• Collaborate with purchase and production teams to source ingredients and ensure cost-effective development.

• Ensure new products meet quality, taste, safety, and shelf-life requirements.

• Prepare and maintain documentation related to product recipes, costing, and nutritional information.

• Coordinate with design and packaging teams for final product rollout.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.

• Prior experience in QSR/Food Retail/FMCG procurement is preferred.

• Strong negotiation and communication skills.

• Proficiency in MS Excel and Outlook.

• Understanding of vendor management and inventory control.

• understanding of food ingredients, flavour profiles, and preparation methods.

• Creativity with a commercial mindset.

• Excellent coordination, documentation, and project management skill