We are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead procurement operations for a new SED manufacturing plant in Bengaluru. This role supports growth in electronics and actuation sectors and involves establishing and managing local & international procurement functions aligned with corporate guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
- Establish and manage procurement activities for the recent site in collaboration with the corporate team.
- Generate a review of the procurement schedule to be supplied in compliance with the material requirements and to receive the products in the quantities necessary and on schedule.
- Evaluate onboard and manage suppliers relationships in collaboration with the purchasing team and quality team to maximize cost savings and efficiency.
- Develop and implement procurement strategies based on risks linked to product and/or process, stability of requirements, visibility on forecasts.
- Monitor and improve supplier delivery timelines, lead times, and quality compliance.
- Organize supplier audits, quality inspections, and order expediting.
- Manage actions, plan and task force in case of missing part.
- Manage inventory coordination with stores and co-ordinate with finance teams, ensuring smooth procurement-to-payment processes.
- Send to suppliers procurement-related documentation, including invoices, work orders, and forecasts
- To be the focal point to build the local Procurement activities.
- Required to work in individual capacity for multiple roles till full fledge operation starts in the company.
- Achieve and Prepare KPIs as per guideline and present to senior management.
Qualifications & Skills
- Minimum 5 years of procurement experience in the electronics or automotive industry with BE + Supply chain.
- Proven leadership capabilities with strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Experience with ERP implementation is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills in English, with the ability to work effectively in multicultural environments.
- Strong team player with collaborative and organizational strengths.