Senior Procurement Manager

Job Description

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE: Indirect Procurement Develop and execute procurement strategy for indirect goods and services in alignment with the company's goals and objectives . Lead the sourcing process , including RFP/RFI and negotiations to secure the best value for the organization . Identify opportunities for cost savings , process improvements , and supplier relationship enhancements . Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers , negotiate favorable terms , pricing and agreements . Conduct regular supplier performance evaluations to ensure quality and reliability . Manage a diverse range of categories such as facilities , marketing , travel , CAPEX ,Packaging , MRO etc Collaborate with internal stakeholders(operations , HR ,etc ) to understand their requirements and develop category -specific strategies Draft , review and negotiate contracts ensuring compliance with legal and company standards Monitor contract expiration dates and terms to proactively address renewals and changes Ensure compliance with company policies , industry regulations and ethical standards . Mentor , coach and groom team members for future roles within the organization . Digital solutions/Reflective Collaborate closely with the Digital Solutions (DS)/Reflective team to ensure timely and competitive sourcing of materials for client site projects. Develop strategic sourcing roadmaps and implement spend categorization for better procurement efficiency and cost control. Maintain strong supplier relationships and negotiate favorable terms for digital components. Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures while supporting the organization’s broader business goals. WHAT WE WILL BE LOOKING FOR IN YOU: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering /MBA Proven experience of at least 8 years in direct/indirect procurement Strong negotiation ,commercial , analytical and problem -solving skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work with cross functional teams of diverse background In depth knowledge of procurement best practices and industry trends in Indirect procurement Experience managing complex indirect spend categories across multiple countries and business units with a demonstrated ability to oversee complex sourcing transactions, negotiate effectively, and handle contractual responsibilities. Prior experience in team leadership or management. Demonstrated success in creating and executing effective Direct/ indirect procurement strategies. Show more Show less