Senior Procurement Manager

Job Summary :

This position is responsible for leading and managing procurement, shipping & logistics operations, and service delivery , driving continuous improvement, transformation, and capability building . The role involves collaboration with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure efficient end-to-end supply chain operations.

Key Responsibilities :

Team Leadership : Lead and mentor a team of 5-6 members, manage stakeholders, and ensure top performance.

Procurement Operations : Oversee tactical procurement, vendor management, order processing, contract management, inventory management, MRP, P2P cycle, reporting, and MIS.

Shipping & Logistics : Manage letters of credit, import / export documentation (sea & air), shipment tracking, transportation, and adherence to SLAs.

Vendor Management : Benchmark, onboard, audit, evaluate, and monitor supplier performance; drive cost, quality, and delivery improvements.

Process Transition & Continuous Improvement : Facilitate knowledge transfer, process integration, gap analysis, and operational efficiency initiatives.

Performance Monitoring : Track SLA compliance, on-time delivery, cost productivity, and KPI reporting via dashboards.

Stakeholder Management : Communicate effectively across cross-functional teams, provide updates to leadership, and resolve operational issues.

Requirements :

10–15 years of experience in procurement, logistics, strategic sourcing, and vendor management , with 5+ years in a managerial role .

Exposure to import / export operations , shipment execution, documentation handling, and international suppliers.

Strong knowledge of SAP MM module , strategic sourcing, and supply chain processes.

Skills in gap analysis, process optimization, project management, stakeholder management, and continuous improvement .

Excellent analytical, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills , with proficiency in MS Office .

Graduation / Post-graduation in any discipline; specialization in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related areas preferred.