Manager - Procurement

Required Knowledge Capex, Consumable, Electrical items, Mechanical items, Services, ARC, AMC, Stores, Inventory, Consumption, Min-Max, Purchase Process

Responsibilities-

• Review pending indent on daily basis, float enquiries, obtain offers, technical discussions & approvals, commercial comparison, negotiation, approval, order placement, delivery follow-up, transportation, material receipt, payment, rejection handling and coordination with internal as well as external stake holders.
• Strategy and planning:

Develop and implement purchasing strategies and identify cost-saving opportunities.

• Supplier management:

Identify, evaluate, and select vendors. Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and oversee their performance.

• Negotiation:

Negotiate prices, commercial terms, and service level agreements to achieve the most advantageous outcomes for the company.

• Budgeting and cost control:

Manage purchasing budgets, track expenditures, and ensure that procurement activities stay within financial constraints.

• Procurement operations:

Process purchase orders, ensure timely delivery of goods, and maintain accurate records of all procurement activities.

• Quality assurance:

Ensure that procured items and services meet the required quality standards and address any problems that may arise.

• Collaboration:

Work closely with other departments, such as inventory management, to forecast supply needs and ensure the supply chain runs smoothly.

Required skills and qualifications

• Team Player:

Strong team player who works in coordination with other members.

• Negotiation:

Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

• Analytical skills:

The ability to collect and analyze data, track metrics, and make data-driven decisions.

• Organizational skills:

Strong organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks and ensure processes are followed.

• Interpersonal skills:

Ability to build and maintain relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.