Manager - Strategic Sourcing

<strong>Job Requirements </strong><br><p><strong>About Godrej Industries Group (GIG)</strong></p><p>At the Godrej Industries Group, we are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services and chemicals industries.</p><p><a href="https://www.godrejindustries.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.godrejindustries.com/</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>About Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL)</strong></p><p>Godrej Consumer Products is a leading emerging markets company. As part of the over 125-year young Godrej Group, we are fortunate to have a proud legacy built on the strong values of trust, integrity and respect for others. At the same time, we are growing fast and have exciting, ambitious aspirations.</p><p>Today, our Group enjoys the patronage of 1.2 billion consumers globally, across different businesses. We rank among the largest Household Insecticide and Hair Care players in emerging markets. In Household Insecticides, we are the leader in India, the second largest player in Indonesia and are expanding our footprint in Africa. We are the leader in serving the Hair Care needs of women of African descent, the number one player in Hair Colour in India and Sub-Saharan Africa, and among the leading players in Latin America. We rank number two in Soaps in India and are the number one player in Air Fresheners and Wet Tissues in Indonesia.</p><p>Innovation is a key driver of our strategy, and we are constantly looking to delight our consumers with exciting, superior quality products at affordable prices. We were the highest ranked Indian company on Forbes' list of The World's 100 Most Innovative Growth Companies 2015, for the second year in a row.</p><p><a href="https://www.godrejcp.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.godrejcp.com/</a> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Roles & Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Drive strategic sourcing and category management for MRO, Capex, Paper, Electrical Components, Bulk, Ceramics and Other categories, working closely with cross-functional teams — Brand, Manufacturing, Logistics, Planning and Finance.<span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></li><li>Keep a close watch on market dynamics and RM/PM cost trends within the assigned categories and provide inputs to the Head of Sourcing for effective decision-making.<span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></li><li>Own and drive Cost Saving Projects for the assigned categories. Track projects, savings and AOP prices on a monthly basis.<span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></li><li>Negotiate and finalize contracts/cost sheets on a periodic basis, based on agreed conversion formulas and market indices.<span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></li><li>Develop and strengthen the supplier base for existing and forthcoming products across the assigned categories.<span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></li><li>Identify, evaluate and onboard new/alternate vendors in line with GCPL specifications on quality, cost and delivery.<span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></li><li>Support category-related sustainability and cost-optimization projects.<span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></li><li>Identify and drive digitization initiatives within sourcing operations for the assigned categories.<span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></li><li>Track vendor performance on service and quality, and provide inputs for effective vendor management decisions.<span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></li><li>Support New Product Development (NPD) by helping identify and develop vendors for the assigned categories.<span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></li><li>Prepare MIS related to the sourcing function — LRP and AOP budgets, Purchase Price Variance, Cost Improvement Project trackers, and commodity trend reports.</li></ul><p><strong>Education & Experience</strong><span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></p><ul><li>BE/BTech from a premiere institute, along with an MBA from a top-tier B-School (NITIE/SP Jain/IIMs/SJMSOM).<span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></li><li>2–3 years of relevant experience in Sourcing or Procurement, preferably within the FMCG industry.<span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></li><li>Experience using SAP MRP (preferred) or other ERP/statistical software packages.<span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></li></ul><p><strong>Key Skills</strong><span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></p><ul><li>Strong analytical and negotiation skills, with sound business orientation.<span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></li><li>Ability to influence business partners and stakeholders across functions.<span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></li><li>Ability to prepare MIS reports and cost sheets.<span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></li><li>Excellent proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint; advanced Excel preferred.<span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></li><li>Exposure to sourcing and vendor development for FMCG-related categories such as MRO, Capex, Paper/Packaging and Electrical Components, with sound knowledge of the respective industry dynamics.<span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></li><li>Willingness to travel to plant and vendor locations as required.<span style="background-color: rgb(198, 198, 198);"> </span></li></ul><br><br><strong>Work Experience </strong><br>2-4 years<br><br><strong>Benefits </strong><br><p><strong>Be an equal parent</strong></p><p>Childcare benefits for the birthing parent, commissioning parent (in case of surrogacy) or adoptive parent, and their partners</p><ul><li>6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible work options on return for primary caregivers</li><li>2 months paid leave for secondary caregivers</li><li>Caregiver travel for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel</li></ul><p>Coverage for childbirth and fertility treatment</p><p><strong>No place for discrimination at Godrej </strong></p><p>Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy </p><p>Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses </p><p>Coverage for gender reassignment surgery and hormone replacement therapy </p><p>Community partnerships and advocacy</p><p>Persons with Disability (PwD) care</p><p><strong>We are selfish about your wellness </strong></p><p>Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options </p><p>Elder care for those who might need to extend support to senior family members </p><p>Preventative healthcare support</p><p>Outpatient Department (OPD) coverage, including vaccinations, dental, vision, etc. </p><p>Uncapped sick leave </p><p>Flexible work options, including remote working and part-time work</p><p>Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling</p><p><strong>Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way </strong></p><p>Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievements </p><p>Digital and offline instant recognition platforms</p><p> </p><p><strong>An inclusive Godrej </strong> </p><p>Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And it has been over a century. It’s not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you. </p><p>We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognise merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members. </p><p>If this sounds like a role for you, apply now! </p><p>We look forward to meeting you. </p><br><br>