Location: Ghansoli, Navi Mumbai

Department: Procurement / Administration

Designation: Deputy Manager

Role Overview

We are looking for a proactive and result-oriented Deputy Manager Non-IT Procurement to manage end-to-end procurement activities across various non-IT categories. The role will be responsible for vendor sourcing, commercial negotiations, stakeholder management, vendor development and cost optimization.

The ideal candidate should have strong negotiation skills, a proactive approach towards identifying new vendors and the ability to manage multiple internal stakeholders effectively.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage end-to-end Non-IT Procurement activities for goods and services.
- Identify, source and develop new vendors based on business requirements, quality, pricing and service capabilities.
- Manage procurement across categories such as:
- Facility Management & Housekeeping

- Security Services
- Office Supplies & Stationery
- Furniture & Fixtures
- Printing & Branding
- Pantry & Catering Services
- Courier & Logistics
- Travel & Hospitality
- Events & Conferences
- AMC & Maintenance Services
- Corporate Gifts & Employee Merchandise
- Professional and other support services
- Float RFQs/RFPs, obtain quotations and conduct commercial comparisons.
- Lead vendor negotiations on pricing, payment terms, service levels and commercial contracts.
- Drive cost optimization and procurement savings through effective negotiations and alternate vendor development.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential vendors.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to understand requirements, specifications, budgets and timelines.




- Ensure timely procurement and delivery of goods/services as per agreed requirements.
- Evaluate vendor performance on quality, cost, service and delivery timelines.
- Resolve vendor-related issues and ensure timely closure of escalations.
- Proactively identify alternate vendors and market opportunities to improve cost and service efficiency.
- Coordinate with Finance, Legal, Admin, Business and other stakeholders for approvals, contracts and payments.
- Maintain proper procurement documentation, vendor records, quotations and commercial details.
- Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies, approval processes and controls.

Key Skills
- Strong Vendor Sourcing & Development
- Excellent Negotiation & Commercial Skills
- Robust Stakeholder Management
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Cost Optimization & Savings
- RFQ/RFP Management
- Commercial Evaluation & Comparison
- Contract & Service Management
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proactive approach with strong ownership and follow-through
- Ability to manage multiple requirements and stakeholders

Experience & Qualification
- Experience: 5–8 years in Procurement / Strategic Sourcing / Vendor Management.
- Strong experience in Non-IT Procurement is preferred.
- Experience in corporate, BFSI, financial services or service-sector procurement will be an advantage.
- Graduate in any discipline; MBA/PG qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain or related field will be an added advantage.

Key Success Measures
- Cost savings and commercial optimization
- New vendor development
- Timely procurement and service delivery
- Vendor performance and service quality
- Stakeholder satisfaction
- Compliance with procurement processes

📌 Procurement Officer/ Deputy Manager (Mumbai)
🏢 Axis Direct
📍 Mumbai