Agriculture Executive
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RESUME
PATLOORY JAYA CHANDRA
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PROFESSIONAL OUTLINE
Passionate Agriculture postgraduate with invaluable experience in diverse areas such as Procurement, Supply chain management, Strategy & Business Development, Agriculture Extension.
Thorough understanding of various sectors in Agribusiness including sourcing, vendor development and management. Proven ability and experience in sourcing Agriculture and Horticulture commodities to both retail and processing sector.
In depth knowledge of quality specification for processing Citrus fruits in increasing the yield and efficiency. Core strength in fulfilling quality parameters of retail sector and retail market information system.
Leadership qualities to maintain integrity, to grasp recent technologies, identify opportunities, evaluating problems, recommend and implement actions in creating value.
Good communication, coordination and team building skills. Motivated and self-driven achiever to bring growth and efficiency.
ORGANISATIONAL EXPERIENCE
CITRUS PROCESSING INDIA PVT LTD. (JV of PepsiCo and Cargill)
Senior Executive (Aug 2016 to till date)
Procurement of Citrus fruits (Sweet lime, Mandarin and Kinnow) from diverse sourcing locations across India.
Developing a reliable vendor base includes Farmers, PHCs and Traders.
Understanding price structure and associated factors.
Monitor availability forecast & price forecast of fruit on weekly basis and maintain market data.
To analyze the Brix and Acidity of fruit samples, labs has been established at core procurement areas.
Conduct farmer training programs on plant protection and postharvest technology.
Responsible for implementing INDGAP in Sweet lime producing areas.
To direct field staff in quality management, procurement, and deliver best agronomic practices.
Planning and implementing to maintain optimum inventory for achieving cost saving in production line.
Evaluating vendor performances to ensure predefined specifications and supply of quality produce.
For hassle free supply of produce sound sourcing strategy and recommendations to next level in initiating procurement date and location.
Negotiating and linking transporters with vendors to minimize cost.
Ensuring sustainability and traceability in sourcing, supply chain, farming, and extension activities.
WALMART INDIA Pvt Ltd.
Senior Executive (October 2015 to August 2016)
Procurement of Fruits- Melons (Watermelon, Muskmelon, Sun melon) Sweet lime, Pomegranate and Grapes. Vegetables- Tomato, Bhindi, Green chilli, Guards. Exotic- Red & Yellow Capsicum, Cucumber.
Establishment of collection center for processing the produce .
Designing crop calendar to give forecast on availability. Procurement of Agriculture and Horticulture produce.
Registration with Farmer Producer Organization in providing trustable channels for farmers.
Quality control and postharvest infrastructure development and management.
Field and market survey analysis for entry strategy and business development.
To ensure continues supply of produce, farmer data has been maintained.
Identifying and contracting with farmers to procure traceable produce and quantity.
Delivering quality produce with competitive price at cash & carry outlet.
Provide technical and extension services to farmers in increasing yield, quality, and income of farmers.
Working closely with partner NGO and Agri Input companies to implement latest technical interventions in Direct Farm Extension Program.
Training the farmers in adopting new technologies.
Establish demonstration farms- Setting company assisted demonstration farms to adopt new varieties and techniques.
New product development in Melons like seedless, Anmol and Vishal.
Planning and execution of contract farming.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
2015 - MBA (Agribusiness Management) Professor Jayashankar Telangana State
Agriculture University (Hyderabad)
2013 - B.sc (Agriculture) Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu.
2008- 12th Scholars Junior College, Mahabubnagar.
2006- 10th Kothakota Pupils School. Mahabubnagar.
PROJECT WORK
Farm Picks (India) Pvt Ltd, Hyderabad
Project Title - “Supply chain mapping and feasibility of establishing collection centers for sweet orange in Nalgonda district of Telangana state.”
Profile-
Mapping major Sweet orange production areas in Nalgonda district
Efficiency of existing marketing channels.
Feasibility of establishing collection center.
Strategies for procurement, costs involved and constraints in the channel.
COMPETENCIES
Leadership and team management skill.
Pro-active and be prepared to challenge where necessary.
Team player and good work ethics.
Excellent spoken and written English.
Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
Planning ability and able to execute operations from start to finish.
PERSONAL DETAILS
Date of birth : 15th May 1990
Residential Address : Plot no.03, Street No.4D1, Mamatha Nagar, Nagole,Hyderabad-500068.
P. JAYA CHANDRA
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