Manager - Procurement Planning

Responsible for efficient sourcing and procurement of raw materials and fuels across all manufacturing units and business verticals at Ingrevia, along with strategic planning of procurement activities including inventory and creditor NODs Key Responsibilities : Procure bulk raw materials and fuels by optimizing Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD) parameters. Plan and manage RM/PM requirements across all sites. Monitor plant and port stock daily; coordinate with cross-functional teams for material scheduling. Analyze global markets for price benchmarking and cost optimization. Build and sustain strategic supplier and vendor relationships. Identify and onboard new vendors to ensure supply continuity and competitiveness. Drive digitization initiatives to improve procurement efficiency and transparency. Optimize inventory and creditor Days of Inventory (NODs) for financial health. Ensure financial discipline and compliance with company procurement policies. Maintain accurate MIS for informed decision-making and reporting The Person Educational Qualifications: BE / B Tech (Preferably in Chemical) with 5-7 years in Procurement Functional Skills: Techno-commercial expertise Strong negotiation and analytical skills Effective communication ERP proficiency