Procurement Controller

About the Role:

We are seeking a Finance & Procurement Controller with a strong finance and analytical background to oversee the review, validation, and approval of all operational and procurement-related requisitions.

This role acts as a financial and operational checkpoint, ensuring that every spend, vendor engagement, or procurement activity is justified, cost-efficient, and aligned with company policies and budgets.

The ideal candidate will combine financial discipline, process rigor, and operational insight to ensure spend accountability without disrupting business efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Requisition Validation & Cost Control:

• Review and validate all purchase, procurement, and operational spend requests raised by the operations and project teams.
• Verify pricing, quantity, vendor selection, and alignment with approved budgets.
• Conduct cost-benefit analysis and recommend approval or escalation of spend requests.
• Ensure compliance with internal approval hierarchies, financial policies, and documentation standards.
• Maintain records of approvals for audit readiness and reporting purposes.

Process Governance & Reporting:

• Strengthen approval workflows for transparency and compliance.
• Monitor departmental spend and highlight cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare MIS reports on spend patterns, variances, and vendor efficiency.

Recommend improvements in procurement and spend approval processes

Vendor & Procurement Oversight:

• Evaluate vendor quotations and ensure fair and competitive pricing.
• Coordinate with vendors for rate finalization post-validation in collaboration with finance and operations teams.
• Verify invoices, ensure correct billing, and work with finance for timely payments.
• Track vendor performance and maintain records of contracts, pricing, and payment terms.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong financial analysis and cost validation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and structured, process-driven approach.
• Sound understanding of procurement cycles, vendor management, and operational spend.
• Proficiency in Excel, Tally, ERP, or financial tracking systems.
• Strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Ability to balance operational needs with financial discipline.

Qualifications:

• Graduate in Finance / Commerce / Accounting (MBA in Finance preferred).
• 10–14 years of experience in Procurement, Finance Operations, or Spend Control.
• Prior experience in a review, approval, or validation-focused role is highly desirable.

Key Attributes:

• Financially prudent and process-oriented.
• Integrity, accountability, and ethical decision-making.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving capability.
• Strong ownership, attention to detail, and adherence to timelines.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹700,000.00 - ₹1,200,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person