<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Title:</b> Vendor Development, Supply Chain (<b>JD)</b></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Company:</b> Banyan Nation </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Location:</b> In-Region (TN, KL, MH or GJ, WB or OR) </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:11px">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>About Us: </b></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Banyan Nation has driven large multi-national brands to make over one billion bottles from its human contact safe post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastics and helped replace over 10,000 tons of virgin polymer with recycled plastics in the last 3 years. Banyan has been successful at convincing large brands like Unilever, Reckitt and others to use its premium recycled PCR in mainstream primary products and packaging. </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Banyan views supply chain expansion and optimization as the next frontier in its growth story to become India&rsquo;s premier supplier of PCR. Banyan is looking for an entrepreneurial and dynamic candidate to lead this transformation. </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:11px">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Position Overview:</b> </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">We are seeking a motivated and experienced Vendor Development candidates to join our dynamic team in the Supply Chain domain of a Banyan Nation company. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in identifying, developing, and managing relationships with vendors to ensure a sustainable and efficient supply chain for our plastic recycling operations. The Vendor Development candidate will focus on building a network of suppliers committed to environmental sustainability, innovation, and quality for the Organisation.</span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:11px">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></span></span></span></p> <ol> <li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Vendor Identification and Qualification:</b></span></span></span></span>

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	<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 72.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Research and identify potential vendors in aligned market specializing in the supply of waste plastics raw materials and adding value to the raw material.</span></span></span></span></li>
	<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 72.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Conduct thorough assessments of potential vendors, considering factors such as environmental credentials, supplying capabilities, and adherence to quality standards.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Negotiation and Contract Management:</b></span></span></span></span>
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	<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 72.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Negotiate favourable terms and conditions with vendors to secure a stable supply of raw materials while maximizing cost-effectiveness.</span></span></span></span></li>
	<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 72.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Draft, review, and manage vendor contracts, incorporating environmental sustainability and quality benchmarks.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Sustainability and Compliance:</b></span></span></span></span>
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	<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 72.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Ensure that vendors align with the company&#39;s sustainability goals, including the use of eco-friendly materials and ethical business practices.</span></span></span></span></li>
	<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 72.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Monitor and enforce compliance with environmental regulations and industry standards in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Quality Assurance:</b></span></span></span></span>
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	<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 72.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Collaborate with the Quality team to establish and maintain stringent quality standards for required raw materials.</span></span></span></span></li>
	<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 72.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Implement quality control processes and work with vendors to continuously improve the quality of supplied materials.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Relationship Building:</b></span></span></span></span>
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	<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 72.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing vendors while actively seeking opportunities to expand the vendor network.</span></span></span></span></li>
	<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 72.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Work closely with vendors to understand their capabilities, capacities, and potential for innovation supplying the raw material to organisation.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Market Analysis and Trends:</b></span></span></span></span>
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	<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 72.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Stay abreast of market trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in plastic recycling.</span></span></span></span></li>
	<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 72.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Provide recommendations for adapting the vendor development strategy to leverage new opportunities and address industry challenges.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams:</b></span></span></span></span>
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	<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 72.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Collaborate with internal teams, including Operations, Logistics, and Compliance, to ensure seamless communication and coordination in the supply chain.</span></span></span></span></li>
	<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 72.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Address any operational issues or concerns related to vendors promptly and effectively.</span></span></span></span></li>
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</ol> <p style="margin-bottom:11px">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Qualifications and Requirements:</b></span></span></span></p> <ul> <li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, Environmental Science, or a related field. Master&#39;s degree is a plus.</span></span></span></span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Proven experience in vendor development, procurement, or supply chain management, preferably in the plastic recycling industry.</span></span></span></span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Strong negotiation skills.</span></span></span></span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</span></span></span></span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and evolving industry.</span></span></span></span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Ready to Travel within the region as needed and should be comfortable with field work. </span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">If you are passionate about driving sustainability through effective vendor development with Banyan Nation, we encourage you to apply and contribute to our.</span></span></span></p>