Cluster Manager (Used Cooking Oil)

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage Sourcing Activities:
• Oversee the identification and outreach to potential UCO (Used Cooking Oil) sources within your assigned cluster (restaurants, hotels, food manufacturers).
• Meet and exceed sourcing targets by effectively sourcing and securing UCO supply partnerships.
• Lead Sales & Negotiation Efforts:
• Take the lead in client engagement, conducting discovery calls, and negotiating contracts for long-term UCO supply agreements.
• Ensure contracts are finalized and executed efficiently, maintaining a strong relationship with clients.
• Team Collaboration & Coordination:
• Collaborate closely with sourcing teams, operations, and logistics to ensure smooth and timely UCO collection.
• Ensure that operations are in line with company standards and FSSAI regulations under the RUCO (Recycled Used Cooking Oil) initiative.
• Compliance & Quality Assurance:
• Monitor all sourcing activities to ensure compliance with industry standards and FSSAI regulations.
• Ensure high-quality UCO supply while maintaining the highest standards of safety and environmental impact.
• Strategic Planning & Reporting:
• Track and monitor sourcing performance, keeping detailed records of activities.
• Work with senior management to adjust and refine sourcing strategies based on market feedback and data analysis.
• Leadership & Development:
• Lead, mentor, and support a team of sourcing executives within your cluster.
• Drive performance, ensure alignment with company goals, and support sustainability objectives in all sourcing activities.
• Market Insights:
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging market opportunities, and competitor activities.
• Continuously optimize sourcing strategies and processes to keep up with market dynamics.

Candidate Profile:

• Leadership & Sales Skills:
• Proven experience in managing teams, sales performance, and client relationships within a similar role.
• Strong leadership capabilities with a track record of driving team success.
• Communication & Negotiation:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation abilities with a focus on client satisfaction and long-term partnerships.
• Strategic Thinking & Self-Motivation:
• A self-driven, proactive approach to achieving business goals.
• Ability to think strategically for long-term business growth and sustainability.
• Educational Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Environmental Studies, or a related field.
• Experience:
• Prior experience in waste management, food industries, or biofuel sectors is advantageous.