Procurement Head

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Procurement Planning & Execution
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with operational and production goals.
• Prepare annual procurement budgets, monitor spending, and optimize costs without compromising quality or delivery timelines.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and finance teams for material forecasting and procurement scheduling.
• Drive strategic sourcing initiatives to identify cost-saving opportunities and alternative suppliers.
• Prepare and present monthly and quarterly procurement performance reports to management.
• Supplier Qualification & Development
• Lead new supplier qualification and registration processes, ensuring evaluation of capacity, technical competency, quality systems, and financial stability.
• Maintain an updated and compliant supplier database.
• Build strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability, transparency, and mutual growth.
• Conduct supplier capability assessments and onboarding with cross-functional teams.
• Supplier Evaluation & Audit
• Implement structured supplier performance evaluation based on quality, cost, delivery, responsiveness, and compliance.
• Coordinate supplier audits covering QMS, CSR, and statutory requirements.
• Collaborate with suppliers to address audit findings and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, labor, and ethical standards.
• Procurement Operations & Contract Management
• Oversee end-to-end procurement processes from requisition to delivery follow-up.
• Verify purchase invoices and coordinate with finance for timely payments.
• Review and manage supplier contracts, service agreements, and price commitments for legal and commercial compliance.
• Mitigate supply chain risks through alternate sourcing and contingency planning.
• Maintain accurate documentation for audit readiness.
• Budgeting, Reporting & Cost Control
• Develop and monitor annual procurement budgets aligned with factory financial goals.
• Analyze variances between planned and actual spend, identifying savings opportunities.
• Present periodic procurement and financial reports to management.
• Implement cost reduction strategies through value engineering, negotiation, and process optimization.
• Quality, Compliance & Governance
• Ensure adherence to QMS standards, CSR guidelines, and statutory regulations in all procurement activities.
• Establish and maintain procurement policies, SOPs, and documentation control systems.
• Conduct internal reviews and liaise with audit teams to close compliance gaps.
• Team Leadership & Development
• Lead and mentor the procurement team to achieve departmental objectives.
• Conduct training programs on procurement policies, negotiation skills, and compliance practices.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and ethical procurement.
• Identify and develop high-potential employees for succession planning.
  

Key Skills & Competencies

• Expertise in strategic sourcing, procurement planning, and contract negotiation.
• Strong knowledge of supplier qualification, audits, and compliance standards (QMS, CSR, statutory laws).
• Understanding of construction materials, factory consumables, indirect materials, and services procurement.
• Proven ability in budget management, cost control, and procurement analytics.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP/SAP systems, MS Excel, and reporting tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• High integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to compliance and ethics.
  

Additional Requirements

• Mandatory: Valid Passport.
• Willingness to travel overseas for training.