Principal Tasks &

Responsibilities:
● Responsible for procurement of OPEX, MRO, Engineering, and Capital items, ensuring timely availability of materials to support business operations. ● Manage end-to-end procurement activities, including receipt and review of Purchase Requisitions (PRs), and resolve procurement-related queries in coordination with user departments. ● Float enquiries to approved and prospective vendors, obtain competitive quotations, and prepare comprehensivetechno-commercial comparison statements. ● Identify, develop, and onboard recent vendors, and conduct vendor due diligence. ● Conducting techno-commercial negotiation which ensures high quality sourcing aligned with SOPs and organizational standards. ● Issue Purchase Orders (POs), monitor order execution, and ensure timely delivery of materials in line with business requirements. ● Drive cost optimization initiatives through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, value engineering, and effective supplier negotiations. ● Maintain complete procurement documentation and records in compliance with company policies and audit requirements. ● Coordinate closely with internal stakeholders, including User Departments, Finance, Stores, Quality, and Engineering teams, to ensure seamless procurement operations ● Build and maintain long-term strategic relationships with suppliers to improve procurement efficiency,



service levels, and overall supply chain performance. ● Achieve procurement savings and cost optimization targets in line with departmental objectives while maintaining quality, reliability, and service standards. Key Skills & Competencies:Technical

Skills:
• Strategic Sourcing and Procurement
• OPEX, MRO, Engineering, and CAPEX Procurement
• Vendor Development and Vendor Due Diligence
• Techno-Commercial Evaluation and Negotiation
• Cost Optimization and Cost Reduction
• Purchase Order (PO) Management
• Request for Quotation (RFQ) Management
• Contract and Commercial Terms Management
• Procurement Documentation and Record Management
• ERP/SAP HANA S4/ Ariba Sourcing Procurement Module
• Knowledge of In coterms and Procurement ComplianceCore Competencies:● Commercial Negotiation● Analytical and Cost Analysis Skills● Strategic Thinking● Decision-Making● Problem Solving● Risk Assessment and Mitigation● Attention to Detail Behavioural Competencies ● Effective Communication● Stakeholder Management● Vendor Relationship Management● Cross-Functional Collaboration● Accountability and Ownership● Integrity and Ethical Conduct● Adaptability and Flexibility● Result Orientation● Continuous Learning Mindset

📌 Deputy Manager (Bhat)
🏢 Cadila Pharmaceuticals
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