Head of Procurement

Head of Procurement

Department : Procurement

Reports To : Managing Director

Location : Oragadam, Chennai

Job Purpose :

The Head of Procurement will be responsible for developing and implementing the company’s procurement strategy to ensure the timely and cost-effective acquisition of raw materials, components, and services. The role demands strong negotiation skills, supplier relationship management, and alignment with Cape Electric’s business goals for quality, cost efficiency, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities :

Strategic Procurement & Planning

• Develop and execute procurement strategy aligned with company objectives and production schedules.
• Plan material requirements in coordination with Production, Engineering, and Projects teams.
• Establish short-term and long-term sourcing plans for electrical and electronic components, metals, plastic parts, and packaging materials.

Vendor Management

Cost & Contract Management

Operational Procurement

Compliance & Risk Management

Team Leadership

Required Qualifications & Experience :

Key Skills & Competencies :

Technical & Functional Skills

Managerial & Leadership Skills

Behavioral Competencies

Performance Metrics (KPIs) :