Lead - Procurement & SCM

Role Overview: As the Lead, Procurement & Supply Chain at Vananam, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities and coordinating with vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods. Your role will involve sourcing suppliers, creating purchase orders, tracking deliveries, verifying invoices, and maintaining supplier databases to support efficient procurement operations. Additionally, you will collaborate with internal departments to understand purchase needs and contribute to vendor performance analysis. Key Responsibilities: - Assist in the sourcing of suppliers and obtaining quotations. - Support the creation of purchase orders and follow-ups. - Maintain vendor records, pricing sheets, and documentation. - Track deliveries, verify invoices, and coordinate with accounts. - Utilize MIS and Excel for tracking deliveries and ensuring timely receipt of goods. - Prepare catalogue presentations. - Coordinate with vendors for order confirmation, delivery schedules, and follow-ups. - Manage updated supplier databases, rate cards, and contract details. - Verify invoices, support GRN entry, and address discrepancies with vendors and accounts. - Assist in preparing reports such as purchase summaries, savings reports, and vendor performance analysis. - Collaborate with internal departments to understand purchase needs and timelines. - Conduct basic quality checks during goods receipt and handle related documentation. Qualifications and Skills: - Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Supply Chain, or a related discipline. - 4 to 6 years of experience in Gifting, Loyalty & Rewards, and Procurement. - Strong procurement sourcing and vendor management skills. - Proven negotiation skills with a focus on cost and value. - Ability in category building and category management. - Exposure to market analysis and brand alliances/partnerships. - Regional language skills are mandatory. - Knowledge in gifting and basic cash flow management related to procurement. - Proficiency in procurement tools/ERPs (Zoho, Odoo, etc.). - Strong emphasis on client/stakeholder satisfaction. - Willingness to travel as required. Omitting additional details of the company mentioned in the job description.,