Procurement Manager

Job Description:

JOB Profile:

• Developing procurement strategies that are inventive and cost-effective.
• Sourcing and engaging reliable suppliers and vendors.
• Negotiating with suppliers and vendors to secure advantageous terms.
• Reviewing existing contracts with vendors to ensure on-going feasibility.
• Building and maintaining long-term relationships with vendors.
• Approving purchase orders and organizing and confirming delivery of goods in time.
• Performing risk assessments on potential contracts and agreements.
• Controlling the procurement budget and promoting a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs.
• Overseeing inventories and the supply of Raw Materials.
• Preparing MIS
• Delegate tasks and monitor the procurement activities of assigned Raw / Packaging Materials
• Must be aware of hedging options
• Thorough knowledge material being procured.
• Perform cost analysis and set appropriate benchmarks
• Create policies and procedures for risk management and mitigation
• Institute policies and procedures that will reduce our overall expenses while increasing productivity

Requirements:

• Aptitude in decision-making and working with numbers
• Graduate & MBA in supply chain management or Materials Management.
• Minimum 15 years of proven experience managing supply chain operations, and minimum 5 years in similar capacity is must.
• Negotiation skills.
• Result-oriented.
• Good financial understanding.
• Experience using SAP
• In-depth knowledge of preparing and reviewing contracts, invoicing, and negotiation terms.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access).
• Proficient in English language spoken & Written
• Management and leadership skills.
• Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.