Senior Procurement Manager

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Job Objective:

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Management

Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with company goals.

Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with key suppliers and vendors.

Negotiate terms, prices, and contracts to secure the best value.

• Operational Excellence

Oversee day-to-day procurement activities ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

Ensure timely availability of materials and services to meet business requirements.

Monitor market trends and apply industry knowledge to improve sourcing and procurement.

• Cost Optimization & Budget Control

Manage procurement budgets and deliver cost-saving initiatives.

Analyze procurement spend and identify opportunities for consolidation and efficiency.

Ensure all purchasing activities are within allocated budgets.

• Process Improvement & Compliance

Implement procurement best practices, policies, and procedures.

Ensure adherence to ethical procurement standards and company governance.

Support digital transformation initiatives in procurement (e.g., ERP implementation).

• Team Leadership

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of procurement professionals.

Drive a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and high performance.

• Export Merchant

Negotiate incoterms and contracts specific to export requirements, balancing cost, quality and delivery timelines.

Collaborate with logistics, customs, and export documentation teams to ensure smooth end to end export fulfilment.

Manage supplier audits to ensure readiness for export orders.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management (Preferred).
• Professional certification such as CPP, CPSM, or equivalent is a plus.
• Age criteria: 40 TO 45 Years
• Minimum 8–10 years of progressive experience in procurement, including 3–5 years in a leadership role.

Required Skills

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Deep understanding of procurement regulations, supply chain practices, and sourcing strategies.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and procurement tools.
• Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving capabilities.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders under tight deadlines.

Preferred Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are critical, as the role requires frequent interaction and negotiation with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
• Strong administrative skills to build and nurture strategic relationships is key to fostering long-term partnerships and ensuring supplier reliability.
• Leadership and team management skills are vital to guide and motivate a procurement team, set clear expectations, and promote a collaborative work environment.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, enabling the manager to navigate complex sourcing challenges and make sound decisions under pressure.
• A high degree of emotional intelligence helps in managing conflicts, understanding stakeholder needs, and adapting to diverse working styles.
• Adaptability and Resilience are important, as procurement often involves responding to market fluctuations, supply chain disruptions, and evolving organizational priorities with agility and a solutions-focused mindset.

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