Manage end-to-end procurement activities for assigned categories.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business requirements.
Identify, evaluate, onboard, and develop suppliers.
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contracts to achieve cost savings and value.
Process purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders in accordance with company policies.
Monitor supplier performance on quality, cost, delivery, and service levels.
Coordinate with planning, production, engineering, quality, finance, and logistics teams to ensure uninterrupted material availability.
Analyze spend, market trends, and supplier capabilities to identify cost-reduction prospects.
Ensure timely procurement while maintaining optimal inventory levels.
Resolve supply disruptions, quality issues, and supplier escalations.
Maintain procurement documentation and ensure compliance with organizational policies and statutory requirements.
Generate procurement reports, supplier scorecards, and key performance dashboards.
Support continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes and supplier management.

📌 Assistant Manager Buyer Mumbai
🏢 Essar
📍 Mumbai