Key Responsibilities:

1. Backward Integration Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive backward integration strategy for organic procurement, ensuring a sustainable and traceable supply chain of organic raw materials.

2. Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with organic farmers, cooperatives, and suppliers to secure a consistent supply of high-quality organic herbs and botanicals.

3. Farm Management: Oversee the cultivation and management of organic farms or partnerships with organic farmers to ensure compliance with organic standards, quality control, and sustainable farming practices.

4. Quality Assurance: Collaborate with internal quality assurance teams to establish and maintain stringent quality standards for organic raw materials, including organic certification, purity, and potency.

5. Cost Management: Work closely with finance and procurement teams to optimize costs while maintaining the quality and sustainability of organic procurement operations.

6. Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on regulatory requirements and certifications related to organic farming and procurement, ensuring full compliance with relevant standards and regulations.

7. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks related to organic procurement, including supply chain disruptions, quality issues, and regulatory compliance.

8. Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives in organic procurement processes, technologies, and practices to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and quality.