Assistant General Manager/Deputy General Manager - Procurement - Steel Industry

This is an opportunity with one of our clients.
The company is a steel manufacturing organisation and is currently hiring for its integrated plant in Chhattisgarh.
Role Overview:
The AGM - Procurement role is a critical leadership position responsible for overseeing procurement activities within the factory/plant, which includes upcoming projects.
This role requires developing and implementing procurement strategies, managing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost-effective sourcing of materials and services.
Reporting to: Head - Procurement

Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize cost savings and ensure timely material availability.
- Lead and manage the procurement team.
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard new vendors, conducting thorough due diligence to ensure their capabilities, reliability, and adherence to quality standards.
- Negotiate contracts and agreements with vendors, securing favorable terms, minimizing costs, and mitigating risks.
- Oversee the entire procurement process up to order placement, delivery, and invoice processing, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Monitor market trends and price fluctuations
- Manage and maintain accurate procurement records ensuring data integrity and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with various plant and project managers and teams to understand their material and service requirements
- Implement and maintain SAP MM module
Required Skillset:
- Qualified Engineers may apply; prefrably from Mechanical or Electrical Field
- Extensive Steel industry experience
- Proven expertise in vendor management, including identifying, evaluating, and negotiating with suppliers to secure favorable terms and build long-term relationships.
- Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
- In-depth knowledge of procurement processes and best practices, including sourcing, purchasing, and inventory management.
- Hands-on experience with SAP MM module preferred