Job Title : Procurement Manager
Location : Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh (with nationwide travel flexibility - up to 50%)
Experience : 6 to 12 Years
Company : SteelonCall - India's Largest Online Steel Marketplace
About SteelonCall
SteelonCall (SoC), a ₹670+ Cr AR Group company, is one of India's largest B2C steel e-commerce platforms, transforming how India buys steel. With a mission to digitize steel procurement across MSMEs, infrastructure, and D2C markets, the company is on track to achieve a ₹2,000 Cr revenue milestone by FY25-26.
To support this growth, SteelonCall is strengthening its sourcing and supply chain capabilities with a focus on supplier partnerships, operational efficiency, and digital-first procurement processes.
Role Overview
As a Procurement Manager, the individual will lead end-to-end sourcing, contract negotiation, cost control, and supplier governance. This role involves working cross-functionally with product, logistics, and finance to deliver reliable, efficient, and ethical procurement practices across steel categories.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the procurement lifecycle : requirement gathering, RFQs, vendor evaluation, contract negotiation, PO processing, and performance tracking.
- Build and manage supplier networks across regions to ensure quality, timely delivery, and cost efficiency.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery with steel manufacturers, traders, and transporters under dynamic market conditions.
- Align procurement plans with demand forecasts, inventory levels, and working capital constraints.
- Monitor steel price trends and make data-informed decisions to hedge cost risks.
- Leverage analytics tools and dashboards to track KPIs like cost savings, vendor OTIF (On Time In Full), and procurement cycle time.
- Drive compliance to SOPs, audit trails, and ethical procurement standards.
- Collaborate with finance to ensure timely payments and accurate accruals.
- Coordinate with logistics to ensure seamless inbound and last-mile delivery.
- Lead process improvements and automation to enhance procurement team productivity.
Requirements
6-12 years of experience in B2C procurement, preferably in steel, manufacturing, EPC, or construction sectors.Proven experience managing high-value vendor contracts, cost negotiations, and supplier onboarding.Strong understanding of steel grades, standards, market dynamics, and logistics implications.Proficient in procurement platforms (SAP, Coupa, Zoho, etc.) and Excel-based analytics.Ability to manage multiple vendors, mitigate risks, and ensure business continuity.Strong communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional influence.Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field; MBA is a plus.Fluent in English, Telugu, and Hindi (preferred).What You'll Get
Exposure to national-scale procurement and digital supply chain innovation.Chance to shape the future of steel commerce in India.A high-growth environment with ownership, mentorship, and learning opportunities.Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a career path to senior roles.Skills Required
Sap, Zoho, Coupa