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Procurement Manager - Vendor Development and Logistics

We're looking for someone to lead a team of 5-8 people in handling daily enquiries and follow-up negotiations. Find new vendors for our products and track monthly targets of the team. Healthcare / Chemicals / Pharma background is a preference but not a dealbreaker.

- Proposed CTC - 5L - 6L per annum

- Work Experience - 3-5y PQE minimum.

The role of Procurement Manager - Vendor Development and Logistics is a key leadership role in the Commercial Team. This role is expected to independently lead the procurement function, continuously expanding the vendor base, driving procurement efficiencies and lightning fast turnaround times. The function is a key pillar for organizational strategy and there’s immense scope for learning and growth of the incumbent.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

1) Manage a team of procurement executives to:

a) Identify new vendors using all primary and secondary resources

b) Negotiate prices with vendors on an ongoing basis

c) Track orders and ensure timely delivery

d) Ensure quality and quantity of purchased products is as ordered

e) Maintain order details in (e.g. vendors, quantities, prices) in internal databases

f) Maintain updated records of purchased products and delivery information

g) Prepare reports on purchases, including cost analyses etc.

h) Monitor stock levels and place orders as needed

i) Coordinate with the Technical team to ensure proper storage of purchased products

2) Drive quick procurement at best prices

3) Diversify the vendor base to reduce dependence on vendors

4) Negotiate best terms with the vendors to ensure the procurement cost is best in the industry

5) Ensure high vendor satisfaction levels – continuously Improve Vendor NPS

6) Raise and resolve issues with vendors where necessary

7) Liaise with Accounts team to ensure that all vendor invoices are paid as per the payment schedule

8) Liaise with the Order Fulfilment team to ensure high customer satisfaction levels

9) Identify and Drive operational metrics for the team and the function as a whole

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

1) Graduate in any stream. Post Graduate (in Science esp. Organic Chemistry) preferred

2) At least 3 years of work experience in similar profiles involving customer or vendor management. 5+ years of work experience preferred

3) Strong Leadership Capabilities. Experience of managing a team for at least 1 year (3+ years preferred)

4) Comfortable in using web-based productivity applications such as GSuite (Google Sheets, Google Docs etc.)

5) Knack for negotiating and networking

6) A sense of ownership and willingness to stretch oneself to achieve the objectives is key to this role

7) The ideal candidate shall be a self-starter with a result oriented approach