Sr. Manager / Associate -GM -Procurement

Job Title: Sr. Manager /Associate - GM
Procurement

Department: Commercial/Procurement
Reports To:  TBD
Job Type: Full -Time / Permanent

Job Summary:

The Procurement Sr. Manager /AGM is responsible for
overseeing the sourcing and purchasing of goods and services required for the
organization’s operations. This role involves strategic planning, supplier
relationship management, contract negotiation, and ensuring cost -effective
procurement practices that align with corporate goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic
  Procurement:
  
• Develop and execute aggressive
  procurement strategies aligned with business goals.
  
• Conduct
  market research to identify potential suppliers and evaluate market
  trends.
  
• Lead - cost -reduction initiatives without
  compromising quality or timelines
  
• Forecast
  procurement needs and align with operational and financial planning
  

• Supplier &
  Vendor Management:
  
• Identify, evaluate, and
  onboard high -performance suppliers.
  
• Negotiate contracts with
  a focus on cost, quality, delivery, and risk mitigation.
  
• Monitor supplier
  performance and enforce compliance with SLAs and KPIs.
  

• Operational
  Excellence:
  
• Oversee end -to -end
  procurement processes including RFQs, RFPs, PO management, and invoice
  reconciliation.
  
• Implement and maintain
  procurement systems and tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
  
• Ensure inventory levels
  are optimized and aligned with production schedules.
  

Cost Management
& Analysis:

• Perform cost
  analysis and benchmarking to identify savings opportunities.
  
• Manage
  procurement budgets and prepare regular reports for senior management.
  
• Risk &
  Compliance:
  
• Develop risk
  mitigation strategies for supply chain disruptions.
  
• Conduct risk assessments
  and implement mitigation strategies for supply disruptions.
  
• Ensure procurement
  activities comply with legal, ethical, and sustainability standards.
  
• Team Leadership:
  
• Lead and mentor a team
  of procurement professionals.
  
• Foster a culture of
  accountability, continuous improvement, and innovation.
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s
  degree in business administration, Logistics, or related field.
  
• Professional
  certifications such as CPSM, CPM, or CIPS are
  preferred.
  
• Minimum of 10 -15
  years of experience in procurement or supply chain roles.
  
• Experience with
  ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and procurement software.
  

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong
  negotiation and interpersonal skills.
  
• Excellent
  analytical and decision -making abilities.
  
• Proficiency in
  Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.
  
• Knowledge of contract
  law and procurement regulations.
  
• Leadership and
  team management capabilities.
  
• Ability to work
  under pressure and adapt to changing environments.
  

KPIs & Performance Metrics:

• Cost savings
  achieved through strategic sourcing.
  
• Supplier
  performance ratings.
  
• Procurement
  cycle time and efficiency.
  
• Compliance with
  procurement policies and contracts.
  
• Budget adherence
  and variance analysis.
  

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