Herbalife

Global health products with coach network

Manager – Direct Sourcing - Raw Materials

Procurement & SourcingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least 10 years of procurement or sourcing experience.
At least 7 years of experience in Category Management or Strategic Sourcing.
Strong exposure to raw materials, ingredients, or direct spend.
A proven track record of cost savings, supplier negotiations, and supplier relationship management.
Experience influencing stakeholders in a matrixed, global environment.
Strong contract negotiation skills and commercial acumen.
Expertise in strategic sourcing and category planning, supplier innovation and cost transformation, contracting, risk mitigation, and compliance.
Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills, with executive presence.
A global mindset and cultural sensitivity.
A bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end category management for key raw material categories across India.
Drive a minimum of 5% year-over-year cost savings or cost avoidance through HMM, localization, dual sourcing, and innovation.
Serve as the single point of contact for supplier strategy, pricing, contracting, and long-term agreements based on OTIF.
Partner with Research and Development and flavour houses on cost-effective, innovative flavour and ingredient solutions.
Lead supplier innovation days, technology scouting, and site audits.
Develop and execute multi-year category strategies aligned with global objectives.
Own supplier performance management, quarterly and half-yearly business reviews, scorecards, and supplier development.
Drive risk mitigation plans, including capacity expansion to 200%, localization, and forward cover.
Ensure Food Safety and Standards Authority of India compliance in partnership with GRA and Quality teams.
Publish category dashboards and present insights to regional and global leadership.
Coach and develop 1–2 analysts in a matrix structure.

Desired Qualifications

Preferred industry exposure includes Nutrition, FMCG, Food Ingredients, Pharma, or Chemicals.

Overview

Manager – Direct Sourcing (Raw Materials) | Global Category Management – India

Location: Bangalore, IndiaFunction: Global Product SourcingExperience: 10+ years | Individual Contributor + People LeaderIndustry Exposure: Nutrition, FMCG, Food Ingredients, Pharma, Chemicals (preferred)

Why This Role Matters

This is a strategic, high‑impact category leadership role within a newly rebranded Global Product Sourcing organization. You will own regional direct spend categories across Flavours, Coatings, Food Chemicals, Vitamins, Minerals, Botanicals, and more — acting as the regional expert and decision driver for India.

You’ll influence cost, innovation, supply continuity, compliance, and supplier capability, while partnering closely with R&D, Quality, Tech Ops, Regulatory, and Marketing teams globally.

What You’ll Own

As Manager – Direct Sourcing (Raw Materials), you will:

Lead end‑to‑end category management for key raw material categories across India
Drive minimum 5% YoY cost savings / cost avoidance through HMM, localization, dual sourcing, and innovation
Be the single point of contact for supplier strategy, pricing, contracting, and long‑term agreements (OTIF‑based)
Partner deeply with R&D and Flavour Houses on cost‑effective, innovative flavour and ingredient solutions
Lead supplier innovation days, technology scouting, and site audits
Develop and execute multi‑year category strategies aligned to global objectives
Own supplier performance management (SRM), QBRs/HBRs, scorecards, and supplier development
Drive risk mitigation plans (capacity expansion to 200%, localization, forward cover)
Ensure FSSAI compliance in partnership with GRA and Quality teams
Publish category dashboards and present insights to regional and global leadership
Coach and develop 1–2 analysts in a matrix structure

What We’re Looking For

Must‑Have Expertise

10+ years of procurement / sourcing experience
Minimum 7 years in Category Management or Strategic Sourcing
Strong exposure to raw materials / ingredients / direct spend
Proven track record of cost savings, supplier negotiations, and SRM
Experience influencing stakeholders in a matrix, global environment
Excellent contract negotiation and commercial acumen

Core Skills

Strategic sourcing & category planning
Supplier innovation & cost transformation
Contracting, risk mitigation & compliance
Strong analytical, stakeholder management & executive presence
Global mindset with cultural sensitivity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, or related field

What Makes This Team Special

Part of a 50+ member global sourcing network
True global category ownership, not transactional buying
Strong focus on innovation, scale, and value creation
Opportunity to shape next‑generation sourcing strategies globally
High visibility role with cross‑functional and senior leadership exposure

Interested?

If you thrive at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and execution, and enjoy building strong supplier ecosystems while delivering measurable business value, we’d love to connect.

Apply or refer someone who can make a global impact from India.

About the Company

Herbalife

Global health products with coach network

Herbalife is a global health and wellness company that sells nutrition products and supports customers through a network of Herbalife Distributors who provide coaching and community. The products include nutrition and weight-management items designed to support daily wellness, often used as supplements or meal replacements. Distributors work with customers to set goals and provide guidance, creating a direct-to-consumer experience with personal coaching and a sense of community. The company differentiates itself by combining science-backed products with a structured coaching model and a large direct-selling network, public sponsorships, and a strong focus on community initiatives. Herbalife aims to help people live balanced lives by improving health and well-being, while also offering individuals an opportunity to build a business and grow personally through its distributor network and global reach.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Gurgaon, India
Founded: 1980

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