Role & responsibilities: Buying: Implementation and monitoring the procurement strategy, policy and procedures for an addressable spend in the Paints section for Direct Spend category for decorative and Industrial Business Units. Identify the major cost drivers for each business and work on mitigating any cost escalation through the development and implementation of strategies for the effective negotiation. Data collection and analysis for the preparation of Cost benefit Analysis for Make or Buy decision and management of strategic contracts. Executing the initiatives that deliver improvements in procurement efficiency and effectiveness of procurement activity and creating a simplified process in collaboration with the stake holders Identification and Assessment of new Vendors and Outside Processing Units. Key vendor management for the strategic supply partners. Operational: Executing the day to day operation of the procurement department in order to deliver the Procurement Strategy, based on the Business requirements and drive Cost Optimisation and Business sustainability. Follow the best practices based on the JSW Group policy. Work with Technical and production to develop alternate raw materials. Actively manage the portfolio of suppliers to strengthen partnerships with key suppliers and continuously manage supplier performance and optimize the value for money. Ensuring a high degree of compliance to the policies and Government regulations. Drive an innovative culture of continuous process improvement. Preferred candidate profile: Be a Post Graduate (MBA/MSc/ME/M.Com/ BE - Chemical Engineer or Mining) Work experience of 5-7 years in similar capacity in a Paint, Coatings, Inks, Adhesives, Chemicals and related industries in the organized sector. Be thorough with using procurement tools (SAP MM or any other ERP System) Exposure to Ariba, e-auctions, Advanced Excel or Power BI. Have considerable knowledge of methods of analysing suppliers & material, contract language, compliance requirements, and financial risk. Have the ability to develop & execute business continuity/strategic plans to provide direction toward the achievement of financial targets. Have a track record of exceptional collaborative relationships with suppliers, contractors and colleagues. Be an excellent in negotiation, oral, and written communication skills.