Procurement Head - Detergents Manufacturing

Job Purpose

To lead and manage the procurement function by ensuring timely, cost-effective, and quality sourcing of raw materials and packaging materials essential for detergent manufacturing. The role is responsible for developing a reliable supplier base, driving cost optimization through strategic sourcing, and maintaining seamless coordination with cross-functional teams to ensure uninterrupted production, compliance, and business efficiency.

Job Summary

We are hiring a Procurement head who will be responsible for managing the sourcing and procurement of raw materials and packing material essential for detergent manufacturing. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, an ability to coordinate across departments and vendors, and a sound understanding of cost optimization in an FMCG environment. The role will be based in Kolkata and report directly to the Head of Department.

Principal Accountabilities

Accountability Supporting Actions

• Raw Material/Packaging Procurement - Source and procure key raw materials (e.g., surfactants, builders, fragrances, packaging) as per quality and quantity requirements.
• Vendor Management - Identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers to ensure timely delivery, competitive pricing, and compliance with quality standards.
• Coordination & Communication - Act as a central point of contact between the production, quality, finance, and logistics teams to ensure seamless procurement operations.
• Market Intelligence & Cost Control - Monitor market trends, price fluctuations, and inventory levels to ensure cost-effective buying decisions.
• Data Analysis & Reporting - Use analytical skills to track procurement KPIs, prepare reports, and support strategic sourcing decisions.
• Compliance & Documentation - Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policies and maintain proper records and documentation for audits.

Key Result Areas (KRA) and Key Performance Indicators (KPI)/Scope of work

• Raw Material & Packaging Procurement 100% availability of raw and packing material as per production plan.

<2% variance between planned vs. actual procurement quantities.

• Average procurement lead time - 7 working days.
• Vendor Development & Management Minimum 3 new qualified vendors added annually for critical materials.
• Vendor OTIF (On Time In Full delivery) - 95%.
• Vendor rejection rate - 1% of supplied material.
• Annual negotiated cost savings - 5% on key categories
• Cost Optimization & Market Intelligence Quarterly market reports submitted within 5 working days of quarter-end.
• Year-on-year procurement cost reduction - 3-5%.
• Minimum 2 alternate sourcing/ cost-saving projects implemented annually
• Cross-functional Coordination Zero production stoppages due to non-availability of materials.
• Procurement request-to-PO conversion cycle - 48 hours.
• Stakeholder satisfaction score - 90% (via feedback from Production, Quality & Finance).
• Data Analysis & Reporting 100% accuracy in ERP procurement entries.
• Monthly MIS reports submitted within 3 working days of month-end.
• Procurement KPIs (cost savings, vendor scorecards, lead time) tracked and updated monthly.
• Compliance & Documentation Zero audit non-conformities in procurement records.
• 100% adherence to procurement SOPs and approval matrix.
• All contracts, POs, and agreements digitally archived within 24 hours of execution.