Procurement Specialist (US Sourcing & Vendor Management)

Reports to: Executive Director

Shift : Day Shift

Sourcing Pros is an AMDG Collective initiative specializing in global sourcing, procurement, and exports, optimizing global supply chains with strategic sourcing and cost-effective solutions. With our growing network of trusted partners in India, we can also help our customers access new markets in India and beyond.

Position Overview

AMDG Collective LLP is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Procurement Specialist to manage sourcing, purchasing, and vendor management across our diverse portfolio of brands. With a strong focus on exports to the United States, along with other markets. This onsite role in Porvorim requires close coordination with vendors, freight forwarders, and internal teams to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant procurement.

You will be responsible for negotiating with suppliers, building strong vendor relationships, and ensuring timely procurement of goods and services to support business operations. Additionally, occasional travel to vendor and manufacturer locations may be required as well. If you thrive in a fast-paced, multi-brand environment and pride yourself on precision, accountability, and strategic thinking, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Management

• Identify, evaluate/vet, and onboard reliable suppliers and vendors across categories.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships based on trust, transparency, and mutual growth.
• Coordinate with AMDG Executive Director in negotiating contracts, pricing, and terms to maximize value while upholding quality standards.

Procurement Operations

• Manage purchase orders, requisitions, and procurement records with accuracy.
• Ensure timely availability of materials, products, and services to support business needs.
• Track inventory and coordinate with internal teams to align procurement with operational requirements.
• Provide open and prompt communication between vendors, buyers, freight forwarders and other involved parties.

Cost & Quality Control

• Monitor supplier performance and compliance with company standards.
• Analyze costs and identify opportunities for savings without compromising quality.
• Continuously review and refine procurement processes to improve efficiency.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure all procurement activities align with company policies, industry standards, and legal requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation for audits and reporting.
• Generate regular procurement reports with insights and recommendations.

Who You Are

• Tenacious: You persevere through challenges, stay solution-oriented, and consistently drive results.
• Committed to Excellence: You hold yourself and vendors to the highest standards of quality and performance.
• Grounded in Integrity: You conduct every negotiation, transaction, and decision with fairness, transparency, and accountability.
• Detail-Oriented & Organized: You excel at managing multiple projects, suppliers, and deadlines without losing accuracy.
• Strong Communicator: You can negotiate effectively, build lasting relationships, and collaborate across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of proven experience in procurement, supply chain, or vendor management.
• Excellent communication skills - oral and written, English required, Basic Hindi at a minimum
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and cost analysis skills.
• Proficiency with procurement software and other business software (Excel, Word, Google Suite, Canva).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-brand environment with shifting priorities.
• Prior experience in multi-industry or multi-brand procurement is a strong plus.

Compensation

• Will be discussed based on experience
• Base Salary + Performance based incentive

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Goa, Goa: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a personal laptop that you can use for work on a daily basis?
• Have you handled exports or coordinated with freight forwarders for international shipments (especially to the U.S.) or if any other markets mention
• What’s the largest procurement value or volume you’ve managed (approximate in INR or USD)
• Do you have experience visiting vendor or manufacturer locations for audits, sampling, or negotiations?
• Do you have working proficiency in English (spoken and written)?
• What types of suppliers or vendors have you worked with most frequently?
• Have you previously done sourcing or managing shipments of chemicals or related products, including any familiarity with export/import regulations or safety documentation.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Procurement: 2 years (Preferred)
• Purchasing: 1 year (Preferred)
• Vendor management: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person