Direct Sourcing & Procurement Manager (Raw Material)

About the Role

This role focuses on strategic sourcing, vendor development, and end-to-end logistics coordination to secure a reliable, cost-effective supply of Direct Raw Materials (RM) for our core chemical manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Market Analysis:

• Identify raw materials and manufacturers globally and domestically to meet technical and quality specifications.
• Conduct continuous market intelligence on product market trends, commodity pricing, and supply availability to inform sourcing strategies.
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  Tendering and Negotiation:
• Float Requests for Quotation (RFQs), Tenders, and proposals.
• Analyze offers based on total cost of ownership (TCO), quality, and market benchmarks.
• Lead complex negotiations to finalize rates, terms, and agreements, ensuring pricing is justified on the basis of the current product market and cost drivers.
• Logistics and Delivery Execution:
• Manage logistics planning and execution for all incoming materials.
• Arrange for logistics and delivery of raw material via coordination with freight forwarders, customs, and internal warehousing.
• Ensure compliance with all shipping documentation, Incoterms, and customs requirements.
• Vendor Management:

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• Develop strong relationships with strategic vendors.
• Manage supplier onboarding, performance monitoring, and compliance in collaboration with QC and Operations.
• Required Skills & Knowledge
• Procurement Expertise: Proven track record (5+ years) in strategic sourcing of direct raw materials, preferably in chemical or process manufacturing.
• Negotiation & Financial Acumen: Exceptional negotiation skills; ability to link procurement prices to external commodity market performance.
• Logistics Knowledge: Strong knowledge of supply chain logistics, freight management, and Incoterms (e.g., Ex-Works, FOB, CIF).
• Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with creation of RFQs/POs. Proficiency in MS Excel for data analysis.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills for managing suppliers and internal stakeholders.