Procurement Role & Responsibilities
Material Planning
- MRP based material scheduling & procurement for the location
- Prepare a monthly sourcing plan with PR-PO processing to avoid shortages in Productions.
- Purchase Order / Service Order creation, review and release
- Coordinate with stores for timely receipt, proper storage, and accountability of materials
Inventory Management
Ensure adherence to working capital through Inventory normsQuality of InventoryActive co-ordination with Production Planning & ControlRegular communication & coordination with VendorsSupplier & Vendor Management
Develop alternate vendors to reduce supply risks.Registration of vendorsEnsure timely payments to suppliers / transporters by coordinating with finance and stores.Conduct supplier visits for evaluations and supply chain issue resolution.Handle disputes related to rejection / blocked stock with suppliers & internal lab teams.Cross-Functional Coordination
Work with Planning, Manufacturing, Purchase, and Import logistics teams.Ensure compliance with safety norms (Saint-Gobain guidelines) while dealing with suppliers.Co-ordinate RM-related issues with Stores & Production (shelf-life tracking).Procurement & Cost Management
Plan and procure fuel efficiently.Support negotiations and cost-saving projects with category purchasers.Transportation / Logistics Cost controlManage new RM procurement per R&D requirements.System & Process Knowledge
Have expertise in SAP & SAP interface systems.Work on improvement projects to improve P2P efficiency using SAP and interfacing digital tools such as RPA, Visibility dashboards etc.