Procurement Lead

As a Procurement Lead at our client, a Chemicals Manufacturing Company specializing in advanced chemical products, your primary responsibility will be to develop and execute a centralized procurement strategy tailored to the specific needs of the chemical sectors. You will play a crucial role in aligning procurement goals with organizational objectives to ensure scalability and cost-effectiveness. A key aspect of your role will involve establishing and managing supplier relationships across the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, with a focus on cost control, quality, and reliability. You will be expected to negotiate long-term contracts and partnerships that benefit the chemical divisions while ensuring compliance with industry standards. To excel in this position, you will need to leverage your skills in analyzing market trends to mitigate supply risks and identify opportunities for cost savings. Your expertise in driving cost-saving initiatives through strategic sourcing and competitive negotiations will be instrumental in optimizing budgets and minimizing supply chain costs across sectors. In addition to overseeing inventory levels and ensuring timely supply to prevent production interruptions, you will be tasked with leading, mentoring, and developing the procurement team. By fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing team capabilities through training programs focused on supplier management, negotiation, and regulatory understanding. To be successful in this role, you should have a minimum of 12 years of procurement experience, with a strong background in the chemical industries, including at least 5 years in a senior or leadership position. Your extensive experience in procurement within the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, coupled with proven expertise in managing complex supplier networks, will be essential for driving success in this role. Additionally, your in-depth knowledge of regulatory compliance, particularly in APIs, agrochemicals, and industry-specific quality standards, will be a valuable asset in meeting the unique challenges of this position.,