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Role Title: Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) Role Purpose Lead and optimize all procurement activities—strategic sourcing, supplier management, master data governance, and logistics—to ensure timely, cost-effective supply of materials and services across multiple locations. Build a high-performing team, drive digital transformation, and leverage supplier intelligence to support organizational goals. Key Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing & Planning Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with annual and long-term plans. Manage procurement budget; monitor spend and identify cost-reduction opportunities. Lead category analyses (raw materials, MRO, packaging) to establish RFQ/Tender/ARC/catalogue approaches. Master Data Management & Governance Ensure accuracy and consistency of procurement master data (suppliers, materials, records). Implement data governance policies to maintain compliance and data integrity. Organization Design & Team Leadership Design and structure the procurement function; define roles, responsibilities, and reporting. Build and mentor a capable team—set performance metrics (e.g., balanced scorecards), manage engagement, and drive capability building in sourcing competencies. Procurement & Logistics Operations Define and enforce policies, SOPs, templates, and workflows for end-to-end procurement. Oversee purchase-order processing (adhering to approval matrices), inbound logistics coordination, and inventory management. Implement digital procurement tools to streamline processes and improve accuracy. Supplier Intelligence & Relationship Management Gather and analyze market and supplier data (commodity indices, price trends) to inform decisions. Establish and maintain strategic supplier relationships; conduct performance reviews and feedback sessions. Compliance & Risk Management Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements. Identify supply-chain risks (market volatility, currency fluctuations) and implement mitigation strategies (hedging, alternate sourcing). Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Promote and enforce safety and environmental standards (e.g., ISO 45001, ISO 14001) within procurement and logistics operations. Drive sustainable procurement initiatives (e.g., responsible sourcing, waste reduction). Qualifications & Skills Education: Bachelors in Engineering (Mechanical preferred) or B.Sc. MBA in Operations/Supply Chain (highly desirable). Professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CSCM) a plus. Experience: 15–18 years in procurement/supply-chain within manufacturing (ideally metals/industrial products). 5–7 years in a senior procurement leadership role in a mid-sized organization (~₹1,000–1,500 Cr turnover). Technical Knowledge: Expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and commodity markets (MCX, LME). Strong track record of digital procurement transformation (e-sourcing tools, analytics). Deep understanding of logistics (inbound/outbound), import-export regulations, and global supply-chain compliance. IT Skills: ERP: Advanced (10+ years) Excel/Google Sheets: Advanced (5+ years) Analytics Tools (e.g., BI platforms): Advanced (3+ years) Personal Attributes: High integrity and ethical conduct. Strong leadership and team-building skills; proven ability to mentor and develop talent. Excellent communication and stakeholder-management abilities. Willingness to travel frequently across plant and supplier locations. Analytical mindset with the ability to convert data into actionable strategies. Show more Show less
