Manager - Central Procurement (North Cluster Lead)

Key roles and responsibilities

· Oversee and manage the Entire Procure to Pay (P2P) process to ensure smooth and efficient procurement operations.

· Lead and direct procurement operations across the North region V-Guard Plants.

· Effectively monitor daily procurement activities and operational tasks to maintain operational continuity.

· Resolve disputes and conflicts with internal and external stakeholders promptly and professionally.

· Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and a proactive approach to handling challenges and seizing opportunities.

· Develop, implement, and maintain detailed dashboards for accurate reporting and performance tracking (Monthly).

· Address supplier grievances effectively, fostering strong, productive relationships.

· Monitor and communicate supplier performance regularly, ensuring adherence to delivery timelines and quality standards.

· Collaborate with plant teams to manage lead times for long-lead items, ensure appropriate safety stock levels, and optimize raw material storage and utilization.

· Identify and implement innovative solutions to minimize dependencies and improve overall operational efficiency.

· Oversee inventory control processes, ensuring alignment with change management initiatives.

· Ensure accurate tracking of raw material levels and enforce strict adherence to procurement processes at the plant.

· Actively engage in core committee meetings (Planning, ECN, PLM, SAP) to promote continuous process improvement in procurement activities.

· Serve as the primary liaison between the plant and the Head Office, ensuring adequate support for the procurement team to enable smooth production operations.

· Consolidate and analyze indirect parts spend on a monthly and yearly basis, identifying cost-saving opportunities and monitoring savings against targets.

· Good team management skill

System Knowledge:

· SAP MM (end user T codes)

· Excel Advance

Job Requirements:

· A bachelor’s degree in engineering (Regular) (preferably in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, or Production).

· Minimum 8 to 10 years of professional experience in Sourcing & Procurement components such as electrical, electromechanical, electronics, and mechanical parts.

· Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

· IT Proficiency: Competent in MS Office, MS Excel, and Outlook.

· Language Proficiency: Fluent in both English and Hindi.

· This role requires travel across India to meet with suppliers.

Preferences:

· Experience in Electrical/electromechanical/electronics/mechanical Components is preferred.

· Professional experience in procurement Manufacturing plant at least handles 3-member team

· Work attitude that exhibits commitment.

· Ability to work with a variety of personalities; persuasion skills; decision making; dependability; flexibility and adaptability