Procurement Head

Role & responsibilities

• Lead the strategic sourcing with a relevant tools and practices.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with company goals for quality, cost, and delivery timelines.
• Source, negotiate, and onboard vendors for parts, raw materials, packaging, and finished goods.
• Manage supplier relationships, performance reviews, and contract compliance.
• Ensure consistent supply of materials by proactively managing lead times and inventory levels.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders like R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality teams and external stakeholders like finished goods / tier 1/tier 2 component suppliers for new product development (NPD) requirements
• Drive cost reduction initiatives including DFx without compromising on quality or reliability.
• Monitor market trends, risks, and pricing and drive the strategy to optimize and sustain the supplies.
• Ensure adherence to procurement processes, documentation, and compliance.
• Use data and procurement systems (SAP/ERP) to optimize procurement workflows.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field (MBA preferred).
• 15-20 years of procurement experience, preferably in consumer durables or small domestic appliances or manufacturing industry.
• Proven experience in sourcing mechanical/electrical / plastic / metal components and working with suppliers across India and abroad.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills to drive it from the front
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Understanding of vendor quality, cost analysis, and supply chain risk management.