Job Responsibilities
- Responsible for end-to-end procurement process, encompassing supply environment planning, supplier and Item master management, PO issuance, vendor relationship, delivery arrangements, sample procurement and issuance and the processing of all necessary documentation / transactions to acquire materials within the planned budget and forecast.
- Develop and execute procurement strategies to ensure efficient sourcing and delivery. Uphold compliance with company policies, legal regulations, and ethical standards to maintain transparency and integrity in all transactions.
- Supervise daily procurement operations, overseeing tasks such as monitoring Open Order Aging, managing lead times, vendor performance , planning transportation and implementing inventory controls to optimize efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Monitor and manage procurement expense and productivity. ensuring alignment with cross functions to meet the customer expectations and budgetary outlook.
- Maintain meticulous records of purchases, pricing details and supplier information. Generate comprehensive reports on procurement activities and performance to evaluate effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
- Contribute to the enhancement of procurement policies and procedures, aligning them with industry best practices and organizational goals.
- Leverage data analytics to identify opportunities for optimization and drive data-informed decision-making processes across procurement activities.
- Address supply chain challenges promptly and ensure the timely delivery of goods and services. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to streamline procurement operations and enhance overall efficiency.
Working Relationships
Internal : Commercial teams of different businesses (local and international), Cross Functions including Finance, Legal, GSM, Customer service , Commercial etc.External : Global & Local Contract Manufacturers, Plants, Joint ventures Counter parts, 3PL Partners, Freight Forwarding & CHA agents, domestic transporters etc.Key Success Factors
Initiative - Ability to create a vision for success and take personal accountability to drive results.Technical & business Acumen - Incorporating knowledge of business to devise and implement solutions with your technical expertise of procurement domain.Planning & Prioritization - Ability to set clear milestones and evaluate results.Customer Focus - Meet and / or exceed customers expectations.Process Orientation : Doing the business right way attitude & ensuring the same with process aptitude.Organizational Agility - Ability to navigate a complex matrix environment and achieve results through formal & informal channels.Collaboration & Team Work - Demonstrate a solution centric approach while working closely with cross functions and SCM team members to deliver results.Minimum Qualifications
Minimum 5 years working experience in the areas of procurement and supply chain in global environment.Bachelor s degree in business, Operational research, supply chain, or related field. MBA or master s preferred.Teamwork - Ability to leverage the strengths of the team and taking everyone along.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Detail-oriented individual with a strong ability to multi-taskHands on Experience of managing global suppliers.ERP Exposure : Oracle, SAP, BI & MS ToolsExperience of teamwork and co-ordination in a multi-disciplinary environment.Preferred Qualifications :
Data Analytics toolsProcess Excellence CertificationsSkills Required
Oracle, Sap, Bi, Process Excellence, Scm