Senior Procurement Manager

Role & responsibilities Manage end-to-end procurement activities including sourcing, vendor negotiation, order placement, follow-up, and timely delivery. Ensure raw and allied materials are purchased from group companies and approved global suppliers. Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business goals. Maintain supplier relationships and develop a robust vendor base for all categories, including lubricants, machining tools, electrical components, jigs and fixtures, PPE, packaging materials, and leased equipment such as forklifts and reach trucks. Ensure compliance with applicable import/export regulations, taxation norms, and HSN code classification. Conduct cost analysis and price benchmarking to drive value and cost savings. Manage and guide the procurement team, ensuring professional growth, target achievement, and performance discipline. Enforce procurement policies and ensure alignment with internal controls, audit requirements, and statutory norms. Implement market research initiatives and explore new vendors to support cost optimization. Ensure timely processing of purchase requisitions, approvals, and maintenance of records for audit readiness. Liaise with logistics and freight service providers for effective material movement. Negotiate and finalize service-level agreements (SLAS), contracts, and payment terms with suppliers. Preferred candidate profile B. Tech/B.E. in Mechanical Engineering MBA in Materials Management/Operations/Supply Chain Experience - 10 to 15 Years Fluency in English, Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi is preferred Highly ethical and trustworthy Strongly compliance-focused Excellent communicators and negotiators Capable of leading teams with empathy and accountability Agile, analytical, and driven by process excellence Demonstrate strong leadership capabilities and the ability to manage and motivate a team of 3 to 8 employees. Costing and pricing methodologies HSN code and taxation norms applicable to manufacturing Warehouse procedures and inventory management systems Payment terms and global sourcing strategies Logistics, freight forwarding, and local vendor ecosystems