Procurement Executive

Role & responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing and Vendor Management

• Source and qualify new suppliers for paper cups (various sizes, materials, and customizations), Lids, Sleeves, Cartons and a diverse range of packaging materials (e.g., corrugated boxes, films, labels, bags).
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to identify cost-saving opportunities and maintain competitive pricing.
• Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts with vendors to secure the best value and favorable terms.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key suppliers.
• Manage supplier performance, conduct regular evaluations, and ensure adherence to quality standards and delivery schedules.

Operational Procurement

• Manage the full Procure-to-Pay (P2P) cycle, including requisition processing, issuing Purchase Orders (POs), and expediting deliveries.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels to prevent stock-outs and minimize excess inventory, collaborating closely with planning and operations teams.
• Resolve issues related to supplier non-conformance, delivery delays, and invoice discrepancies.
• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policies and ethical standards.

Cost Control and Reporting

• Track, analyze, and report on key procurement metrics such as savings achieved, supplier performance, and purchase price variance (PPV).
• Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality or supply reliability.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of direct experience in procurement or purchasing, with a strong preference for experience in Paper, Print, Packaging, or FMCG industries.
• Category Expertise: Proven experience procuring Paper Cups and/or various Packaging Materials is highly desirable.
• Skills:
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) or procurement software.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications for packaging and print materials.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.