FAQs
What is the primary purpose of the CC Buyer position?
The primary purpose of the CC Buyer position is to ensure quality procurement through the development of new farmers, suppliers, and vendors.
What are the key responsibilities of a CC Buyer?
Key responsibilities include daily visits to Mandi for price collection, identifying and developing new farmers and vendors, procuring supplies at competitive prices, benchmarking competition, forecasting seasonal arrivals and trends, and conducting training for store teams.
What are the primary Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for this role?
The primary KPIs include line fill rate, quantity fill rate/volume achievement for DSD, quality/dump and shrink, and DPP variation.
What skills are essential for the CC Buyer position?
Essential skills include sourcing, buying, vendor negotiation, supplier management, category management, market analysis, product quality evaluation, and negotiation skills.
How often are quality, price, and assortment benchmarking activities conducted?
Fortnightly quality, price, and assortment benchmarking activities are conducted in collaboration with the Operations Team and Quality team.
Who does the CC Buyer report to?
The CC Buyer reports to the State Buyer.
What is the location for the CC Buyer position?
The location for the CC Buyer position is the State Office.
Are there any specific training responsibilities associated with this role?
Yes, the CC Buyer is responsible for conducting F&V training for the F&V Champions and Store Team at least once every fortnight.
What qualities are emphasized as behavioral competencies for this role?
Behavioral competencies include communication skills, attention to detail, adaptability, and decision-making.
Is there a focus on supplier management in this role?
Yes, supplier management is a crucial aspect of the CC Buyer role, with responsibilities including developing new suppliers and managing existing vendor relationships.