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UUgaooe
UgaooeAgri-tech

Horticulturist

Location

Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Work type

Onsite

Employment

Full Time

Experience

2-5 years

Compensation

Compensation not disclosed

Posted

3d ago

Summary and responsibilities

Role overview

Summary

The Horticultural Executive will manage the procurement of plants, seeds, fertilizers, and related materials, focusing on vendor management, quality assurance, and ensuring timely product availability for warehouse operations. This role involves identifying reliable vendors, negotiating contracts, monitoring stock levels, and conducting market research.

Job Summary

We are looking for a knowledgeable and proactive Horticultural Executive to manage the procurement of plants, seeds, fertilizers, and related materials. The role involves vendor management, quality assurance, and ensuring timely availability of horticultural products for smooth warehouse operations.


Key Responsibilities

  • Procure plants, seeds, fertilizers, and gardening materials as per business requirements

  • Identify and develop reliable vendors and nurseries

  • Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery timelines with suppliers

  • Ensure quality standards of all incoming horticultural products

  • Coordinate with warehouse and operations teams for demand planning

  • Monitor stock levels and avoid shortages or overstocking

  • Maintain procurement records, invoices, and documentation

  • Conduct market research to identify new products and cost-saving opportunities


Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture / Agriculture / Botany or related field

  • 2–5 years of experience in procurement or horticulture operations

  • Strong knowledge of plants, fertilizers, and gardening products

  • Good negotiation and vendor management skills

  • Basic understanding of inventory management systems

  • Strong communication and coordination skills


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in agri-tech or nursery operations

  • Familiarity with B2C/B2B supply chain processes

  • Knowledge of local plant vendors and market in Kolkata

Updated 2d ago

Candidate fit

Skills and qualifications

Additional skills

Horticulture • 1+ yrs
Agriculture • 1+ yrs
Botany • 1+ yrs
Procurement • 1+ yrs
Vendor Management • 1+ yrs
Negotiation • 1+ yrs
Inventory Management • 1+ yrs
Quality Assurance • 1+ yrs

Experience

2-5 years

How this role is positioned

Role classification

Job domains

Operations

Industries

Wildlife & Conservation
Food & Beverage

Employment

Full Time

Contract duration

Permanent

Hiring type

Direct

Global hiring

Location specific

Offer details

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

Compensation not disclosed

VisibilityShared on listing
CurrencyUSD
PeriodYearly

Location, schedule, and role shape

Work setup

Work conditions

Primary locationKolkata, West Bengal, India
Work typeOnsite
Global hiringNo

Bandwidth profile

peopleHigh8/10
physicalLow3/10
cognitiveMedium7/10
executionHigh8/10
creativityMedium6/10
uncertaintyMedium5/10
communicationHigh8/10

Context on the employer

Company snapshot

Company

Ugaooe

Team size

Growing team

Location

Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Ugaoo is seeking a Horticultural Executive to manage the procurement of plants, seeds, fertilizers, and related materials, ensuring quality and timely availability for smooth warehouse operations.

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Horticulturist

Kolkata, West Bengal, IndiaFull Time