Senior Manager - Procurement - Manufacturing

Key Areas of Responsibilities

1. Strategic Procurement

• Develop and execute category strategies for MRO, engineering spares, utilities, and Capex purchases.
• Ensure that all procurement activities adhere to organisational Quality, Safety, Energy & Legal standards
• Resolve any issues or disputes with suppliers in a timely manner
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements related to capex procurements. Manage contract renewals, amendments, and terminations as necessary
• Drive Standardization of process, lead digital procurement initiatives (ERP, P2P automation. Power-BI dashboards, etc.) for spend visibility and transparency.

2. Capex Procurement

• Lead end-to-end sourcing of capital machinery and project equipment (e.g., BOPP/BOPE lines, metallizers, slitters, coating lines, utilities, and lab instruments).
• Manage RFQ, techno-commercial evaluation, vendor negotiations, import logistics, and customs clearance coordination.
• Ensure alignment with project schedules, engineering drawings, and budgetary approvals.
• Coordinate with Projects, Engineering, Finance, and corporate teams for Capex tracking, documentation, and statutory compliance.

3. MRO Procurement & Inventory Management

• Develop an MRO procurement strategy ensuring critical spare availability with minimal inventory.
• Implement vendor-managed inventory (VMI) and rate contracts for mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and utility spares.
• Optimize lead times and ensure cost-effective procurement of consumables and indirect materials.

4. Supplier Management & Cost Optimization

• Identify, evaluate, and develop local and global suppliers for indirect categories.
• Negotiate long-term agreements (LTA/AMC/OEM contracts) ensuring favourable commercial and service terms.
• Drive cost-reduction projects through process improvement, alternate sourcing, and localization.
• Monitor supplier performance through KPIs, audits, and quality compliance reviews.

Skills and attributes required

• High level of integrity, cost consciousness, and strategic mindset
• Experience with ERP systems and procurement software.
• On-hands experience of industry's negotiation practices
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of procurement laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team.