Assistant Procurement Manager

Job Description

Role & responsibilities JD for Procurement and Finance Specialist The Procurement and finance specialist will be responsible for managing end-to-end processes related to Purchase Requisitions (PR), Purchase Orders (PO), invoicing and budget analysis. The candidate should have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently with cross-functional teams such as procurement, finance, suppliers and internal team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring smooth processing of purchasing, invoicing operations and budget control. Key Responsibilities: PR Creation & Management : Create, validate, and submit Purchase Requisitions (PR) based on business requirements. Coordinate with the procurement team and business leaders to ensure PRs are approved within stipulated timelines. Track and follow up on PR approval status and escalate any delays. Backup for the Global Finance/procurement team member during their leave/absence; provides support related to invoice/PR and other support for finance operations. PO Processing : Create PR within 12 hours of original request and follow up with purchasing to ensure a PO is created as per the policy. Ensure that all POs are accurate, complete, and in compliance with company policies. Distribute POs to vendors and internal stakeholders as needed. Monitor the PO lifecycle and ensure timely closure of POs. Purchase goods or services that meet the quantity and quality expectations of the organization. Tracking all POs of the vendor and maintain an updated PO document. Invoicing & Payments : Receive, verify, and process invoices from vendors. Match invoices against POs and delivery notes to ensure correctness. Coordinate with the finance department to ensure timely payments to vendors. Handle invoice discrepancies and follow up on pending or disputed invoices. Vendor Management : Act as a point of contact for vendors regarding PRs, POs, and invoices. Resolve vendor queries related to payment status and documentation requirements. Maintain a record of vendor contracts and agreements for easy reference. Onboards and registers new suppliers/vendors with client approvals as per requirement. Budget: Update the monthly/yearly budget sheet as per actuals on monthly basis. Generate reports that provide insight into financial performance, including variance analysis, trends between actual and budgeted figures. Reporting & Documentation : Prepare weekly and monthly reports on PR, PO, and invoice status for management review. Maintain accurate records of all purchasing and invoicing activities in accordance with audit requirements. Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations related to procurement and invoicing. Supports clients procurement team with current/new contracts. Process Improvement : Identify bottlenecks in the current PR, PO, and invoicing processes and suggest improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline procurement operations. Required Skills & Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. 8 - 10 years of experience in procurement, finance, or back-office operations, with a focus on PR, PO, and invoicing. Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and invoicing tools. Strong organizational and time management skills. Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy. Good Interpersonal, Problem solving and Analytical skills Excellent communication skills for interaction with internal teams and external vendors. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Knowledge of procurement and financial regulations and policies is a plus. Personal Attributes: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment. A proactive and customer-centric attitude. Preferred candidate profile Perks and benefits