Assistant Manager / Manager Project Procurement

The candidate will have primary responsibility for the entire procurement cycle for the company's projects, operations, and commercial taxes in procurement. Additionally, the candidate shall manage inventory and logistics. Responsible for all procurement needs for internal and external projects, including materials, services, and technology. Also responsible for reverse supply chain needs and statutory compliances related to procurement. Key responsibilities include developing vendor database, purchase planning, issuing ITBs, obtaining quotes, negotiating, preparing POs, managing contracts, and handling reverse supply chain activities. The role also involves managing commercial taxation for import and export transactions. Additional responsibilities include providing support for cost estimation, outbound logistics, transportation, cost accounting, inventory and asset management, budget planning, coordination with HR for resource acquisition, risk management, SOP updates, knowledge management, database maintenance, compliance, audits, and any other tasks assigned by management. Requirements for the position include a graduate degree in BE/B.Tech. (Mechanical/Industrial/Chemical streams) and a preference for an MBA or Cost Accountancy degree. A minimum of 6 years of procurement experience in Engineered Process Systems Manufacturing, EPC, or Project Procurement in the process industry is required. Professional certifications in Supply Chain/Material Management for Engineered Goods Projects are advantageous. The ideal candidate should have a good knowledge of the supplier base, software and technology licensing, ODC handling, logistics coordination, hazardous goods management, and ERP systems like SAP and QuickBase. Proficiency in MS Office tools and the ability to work under pressure are essential for this role.,