Agri Sourcing & Farmer Partnership Manager (3-5 Exp only)

About Us:

At Roligt, we are one among the few other entities which are striving to create honest circular food systems that does immense goodness to the patrons, farming community and people involved in the process and we do it with the philosophy of "PRIMIUM NON NOCERE" means first to no harm. With our brand Cocoworks, we are here to craft and create health-forward food and drink choices that actually taste amazing and carry the pride of having "NO NONSENSE stuff" in them. Our beverages, food choices are made with clean labels, meaning no hidden nasties, just honest ingredients for the conscious consumer and we apply minimal food processing techniques, sustainable packaging methodologies.

As a young, dynamic startup, we’re scaling rapidly in the D2C space and redefining what it means to build a purpose-driven brand in India. If you’re looking to be part of something disruptive, impactful, and inspiring, welcome to your dream job.

Role Overview  

This role goes beyond traditional procurement.

We are looking for someone who can build a strong, direct farm-to-factory sourcing ecosystem while also working closely with farmers to improve yield, quality, and sustainability.

What this really means is:

You’re not just buying coconuts you’re helping farmers grow better coconuts.

The role combines procurement, field engagement, and farm advisory, with a long-term vision of building a resilient, traceable, and sustainable supply chain.

1. Farmer Network Development & Agricultural Tie-Ups  

• Build and scale direct partnerships with farmers, FPOs, and local aggregators
• Develop long-term sourcing agreements for consistent supply and pricing stability
• Identify and onboard high-potential coconut-growing clusters
• Create strong, trust-based relationships through continuous on-ground engagement

2. Sustainable Farming Advisory (Core Differentiator)  

• Work with farmers to improve yield without heavy chemical dependency
• Promote regenerative and low-input farming practices
• Guide farmers on:
• Intercropping models (banana, cocoa, pepper, etc.)
• Efficient irrigation methods (drip, water optimization)
• Soil health improvement and natural inputs
• Best harvesting practices for quality and shelf life
• Encourage circular practices like:
• Using coconut husk and fiber back into the farm (mulching, soil moisture retention)
• Act as a knowledge bridge, not just a buyer

3. Raw Material Sourcing & Vendor Management  

• Source coconuts and other materials directly from farms and mandis
• Reduce dependency on intermediaries by strengthening direct channels
• Build and maintain a reliable supplier base across key regions

4. Procurement Planning & Operations  

• Plan procurement based on crop cycles and production demand
• Ensure timely aggregation and dispatch to processing units
• Track daily procurement volumes and maintain structured records

5. Quality Control at Source  

• Conduct quality checks at farm gates and aggregation points
• Work with farmers to improve grading and consistency
• Reduce rejection rates through proactive sourcing and feedback

6. Cost Optimization & Negotiation  

• Negotiate fair, transparent, and sustainable pricing
• Track mandi rates and local trends
• Balance cost efficiency with long-term farmer relationships

7. Logistics & On-Ground Coordination  

• Manage transport from farms/mandis to factory
• Handle real-time field challenges (delays, shortages, quality issues)
• Ensure smooth last-mile procurement operations

8. Market Intelligence & Expansion  

• Track crop patterns, seasonality, and yield forecasts
• Identify new sourcing regions and expansion opportunities
• Provide insights for risk mitigation and supply planning



Key Requirements  

Experience  

• 3–6 years in procurement, agri-sourcing, rural operations, or supply chain
• Hands-on experience working with farmers or agri ecosystems is critical

Skills  

• Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills
• Good understanding of agricultural practices (preferred, not mandatory)
• Ability to work independently in field conditions
• Structured thinking with execution focus

Language  

• Kannada (mandatory)
• Basic English / Hindi (preferred)

Location & Mobility  

• Based in or willing to relocate to Maddur / Mandya region
• Comfortable with extensive field travel