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.