Procurement Manager

Role & responsibilities

Procurement Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Forecast purchasing requirements based on production, project, and operational needs.
• Establish procurement policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Drive cost optimization initiatives while maintaining quality and service standards.

Vendor Management

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable suppliers and vendors.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews and audits.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts, and service agreements.

Purchasing Operations

• Oversee the complete purchase cycle from requisition to delivery.
• Ensure timely procurement of materials, equipment, and services.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with operations, production, and warehouse teams.
• Resolve supply disruptions and ensure continuity of operations.

Cost Control & Budget Management

• Prepare and manage procurement budgets.
• Analyze spending patterns and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Monitor market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply risks.
• Ensure optimal utilization of procurement resources.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure adherence to company policies, legal regulations, and procurement standards.
• Maintain documentation and records for audits and compliance purposes.
• Work closely with quality teams to ensure purchased materials meet required specifications.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement team.
• Set departmental KPIs and monitor performance.
• Foster a culture of accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Preferred candidate profile

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Master's degree (MBA/PGDM) preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CIPS, or equivalent are an advantage.

Experience

• 1015+ years of procurement and supply chain experience.
• Minimum 5 years in a leadership role managing procurement functions.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and vendor management.
• Industry experience relevant to Sayatva's business domain is preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Excellent analytical and cost-management capabilities.
• Knowledge of procurement systems, ERP software, and supply chain processes.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, reporting, and data analysis.