Sr. Manager - Procurement, AMEA

ABOUT YOUR ROLE: This role is based out of our head office in Gurugram , and will play a pivotal role in overseeing and optimizing the procurement of indirect goods and services to support our operations at our Sites in the AMEA region, consisting of our locations across India,ASEAN, ANZ and Africa and Middle east. . The role will report directly to the Vice president - Procurement , APAC and collaborate closely with cross-functional and global procurement teams to ensure cost efficient procurement practices and contribute to overall success of the organization . Person will be part of the global indirect procurement leadership team. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE: Indirect Procurement Develop and execute procurement strategy for indirect goods and services in alignment with the companys 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/Reflectives Collaborate closely with the Digital Solutions (DS)/Reflectives 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. 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