Sr Buyer SCM CBM

As a Procurement Specialist, your role involves checking technical requirements against vendor specifications, conducting second round negotiations, exploring alternate vendor opportunities, and managing a specific item or category across multiple manufacturing sites or projects. Your responsibilities include: - Floating enquiries for critical items based on user requirements - Verifying technical requirements provided by users and vendor specifications - Conducting second round negotiations with vendors - Providing negotiation details to the buying manager for finalizing deals above a certain amount - Closing deals directly with vendors for amounts below a certain threshold - Placing orders for finalized items and updating SAP system entries - Promptly addressing and resolving internal and external audit issues related to procurement - Assisting buyers in resolving procurement-related audit matters Your skill set and competencies should include: - Analytical mindset - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Knowledge of equipment, processes, and maintenance activities - Commercial acumen The educational requirement for this role is a B.Tech/B.E degree. Additionally, you should have 6-9 years of experience in category sourcing and manufacturing. Desirable qualifications include experience in category-based purchasing and supply management within a similar plant operations environment.,