Procurement Manager - Yarns

Procurement Manager – Yarns

Location: Kolkata
Experience Required: 3-4 years in yarn procurement/sourcing
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

We are seeking a Procurement Manager – Yarns to lead sourcing strategies(developing & executing) for cotton, polyester, viscose, and blended yarns from India & Overseas. The role involves vendor management, cost optimization, and market intelligence to ensure timely, cost-effective, and high-quality procurement to support our textile and apparel operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute yarn sourcing strategies (cotton, polyester, viscose, blends).
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers globally and locally.
• Optimize procurement costs while maintaining quality and compliance.
• Build strong relationships with mills, suppliers, and agents.
• Monitor supplier performance and conduct periodic audits.
• Track global yarn market trends, price movements, and risks.
• Collaborate with production and planning teams to ensure timely availability.
• Manage inventory levels and procurement lead times.
• Ensure compliance with trade regulations and maintain procurement records.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business Administration.
• 3-4 years of yarn procurement/sourcing experience in textiles, spinning, or apparel industry.
• Strong knowledge of global yarn markets, suppliers, and price trends.
• Proven negotiation, cost control, and vendor management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office.
• Strong communication skills (English & local language).

Preferred Attributes

• Experience with sustainable sourcing (organic cotton, recycled polyester, eco-viscose).
• Network of yarn suppliers across Asia, India, Turkey, Vietnam, China, Pakistan, Thailand, Indonesia & Uzbekistan.
• Ability to manage complex, multi-country sourcing operations.
• Strong analytical and leadership abilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in Textile Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration or related field?
• Do you have experience in sustainable sourcing(organic cotton, recycled polyester, ecoviscose)?
• If Yes, how amny years of experience do you have in sourcing/procurement of yarns in textiles, spinning & apparel industry?
• Do you have a strong knowledge of global yarn markets, suppliers & price trends?

Work Location: In person