Business Development Coordinator

About the Role

Orifields International Private Limited is an Indian sourcing and export company based in Kerala, working with suppliers and customers in the spice and agricultural products sector.

We are looking for a motivated and self-driven Spice Sourcing & Business Development Coordinator to support our supplier sourcing, procurement and business development activities.

This is primarily a work-from-home position with occasional field visits to suppliers in Kerala.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and communicate with spice suppliers, traders, processors and manufacturers.

• Source competitive prices and reliable suppliers for Indian spices.

• Collect supplier quotations, product specifications, availability and other relevant information.

• Visit suppliers in Kerala when required and collect samples/product information.

• Coordinate product samples and basic quality documentation.

• Understand basic spice quality parameters and COA/laboratory reports.

• Participate in online meetings with customers and understand their requirements.

• Communicate and follow up with suppliers and customers through phone, WhatsApp and email.

• Research and identify potential buyers and business opportunities.

• Maintain supplier, customer, pricing and sample records.

• Provide regular updates to management

• Graduate or equivalent qualification.

• 0 to 2 years of relevant experience preferred.

• Experience in spices, food products, procurement, sourcing, trading, quality or business development is an advantage.

• Fresh graduates with good communication skills and willingness to learn are welcome to apply.

• Good English and Malayalam communication skills.

• Confident in making phone calls and participating in online meetings.

• Good negotiation, follow-up and coordination skills.

• Basic knowledge of spices and their quality requirements is preferred.

• Basic understanding of COA and laboratory testing is an advantage.

• Willing to travel within Kerala for supplier visits when required.

• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently from home.

• Own laptop, smartphone and reliable internet connection required.

• Develop and maintain a reliable network of spice suppliers in Kerala and other sourcing locations.

• Obtain competitive prices, specifications, samples and availability from suppliers.

• Support the company in identifying suitable products based on customer requirements.

• Coordinate supplier visits, samples, quality information and basic testing requirements.

• Support customer communication and follow-up for business enquiries.

• Identify and qualify potential buyers and business opportunities.

• Maintain accurate supplier, customer, quotation, pricing and sample records.

• Ensure timely follow-up with suppliers and customers.

• Provide regular sourcing and business development updates to management.