Executive - Procurement

Job Title: Executive - ProcurementLocation: Ambasamudram

Role Purpose:

To manage the procurement process for Packaging & Make up Materials division in India by understanding business needs, identifying suppliers, negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery. Responsible for maintaining cost-effectiveness while upholding quality and compliance standards.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Supplier Management

  - Identify, evaluate, and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and timely delivery.



• Purchase Order Processing

  - Create and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal policies.



• Cost Optimization

  - Negotiate pricing and payment terms to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality standards.



• Market Research

  - Monitor market trends and conduct supplier benchmarking to support strategic sourcing decisions.



• Vendor Count Consolidation -

  Develop innovative sourcing of new vendors.



• New product development

  - Artwork development coordination between commercial and vendors.



• Import Shipment Clearance

  - Coordinate with freight forwarders and customs agents to ensure timely and compliant clearance of imported goods.



• Contract Management

  - Draft, review, and manage procurement contracts for sub-contractors to ensure legal compliance and operational efficiency.



• Compliance & Documentation

  - Ensure adherence to procurement policies, regulatory requirements and maintain accurate records.



• e Auction

  scheduling for Packaging & Make Up Materials Waste- Issuing sales contract to buyer as per compliances.



• Risk Management

  - Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including delays, quality issues or vendor failures.



• Cross-functional Collaboration

  - Work closely with Finance, Supply Chain and Quality teams to align with business needs.



• Reporting & Analysis

  - Generate procurement KPI reports and analyse data to support decision-making and continuous improvement.

Education, Qualifications and Experience

• Any graduate with minimum 3 to 5 years experience in sourcing and vendor management.


• Good written and verbal communication skills.


• Knowledge in MS Office Excel and PowerPoint.


• Attention to detail and ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders.


• Timely completion and execution of tasks.


• Knowledge of SAP MM Module.


• Understanding of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Processes.

Desirable

• BE/ B. Tech or MBA


• Knowledge about Packaging and Makeup materials sourcing.


• Data analytics using Power BI or Tableau.

At Coats Group, we are committed to innovation, excellence, and fostering a diverse and collaborative environment where every team member can thrive. If you are passionate about making an impact in the textile industry and eager to join a global leader with a rich heritage and a forward-thinking approach, we invite you to take the next step in your career with us.