Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Procurement & Planning

- Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organisational goals and budgets.

- Establish robust procurement policies, SOPs, and governance mechanisms to ensure transparency and compliance.

- Forecast procurement needs in coordination with department heads (Broadcast, IT, Engineering, Digital, Admin, etc.).

Vendor & Contract Management

- Identify, evaluate, and onboard vendors, ensuring quality, cost, and delivery benchmarks.

- Negotiate long-term contracts, rate agreements, and service-level terms to maximise value.

- Build strong vendor relationships and monitor performance through defined KPIs.

Operational Excellence

- Oversee end-to-end procurement lifecycle — requisition, evaluation, negotiation, purchase order, and delivery.

- Monitor inventory and ensure timely replenishment to avoid operational disruptions.

- Leverage automation and ERP systems for procurement efficiency and data accuracy.

Financial & Cost Management

- Drive cost optimisation initiatives while maintaining quality standards.

- Prepare and monitor procurement budgets, ensuring adherence to financial discipline.

- Analyse market trends and pricing to support informed purchasing decisions.

Leadership & Team Development

- Lead, mentor,



and develop the procurement team for enhanced performance and capability building.

- Foster cross-functional collaboration with Finance, Admin, IT, and Technical departments.

- Promote a culture of accountability, ethics, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Key Competencies & Skills

- Strong negotiation, analytical, and decision-making abilities.

- Proven track record of strategic sourcing and vendor management.

- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

- Proficiency in ERP systems, procurement analytics, and MS Office tools.

- Ability to handle multi-category procurement (broadcast equipment, IT,

infrastructure, services, etc.).

Educational &

Experience Requirements

- Qualification: Graduate in Engineering/Commerce/Management. MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain or Operations preferred.

- Experience: 10–18 years of experience in Procurement & Supply Chain, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

- Industry Preference: Media & Entertainment, Broadcast, Telecom, or Large-Scale Corporate Setups.

Personal Attributes

- Strategic thinker with solid business acumen.

- Ethical, detail-oriented, and process-driven.

- Ability to thrive under pressure and handle multiple priorities.

- Cooperative leader with a results-oriented mindset.

📌 Manager / Sr. Manager - Procurement (Bhubaneswar)
🏢 Odisha Television Network
📍 Bhubaneswar