Procurement Lead - Supply Chain

JOB PURPOSE:

the role of the Procurement Lead is responsible for managing and optimizing the procurement operations related to indirect spend categories. The role involves strategic
sourcing, vendor relationship management, process improvement, and leading a procurement team. This
professional will be expected to drive cost efficiencies, enhance procurement processes, and establish strong
relationships with suppliers.
The role requires engineering knowledge in the food industry and ability to collaborate and influence in cross
functional areas internally and externally. The Category Lead will involve in developing market intelligence
to provide more understanding about trends, market capabilities, strategy shifts, innovation and provide
market insight to internal stakeholders and support strategic decision together with Procurement Manager.
Take part in developing procurement processes and methodologies for purchase of goods to achieve timely
availability of required materials and TCO.
Constantly evaluate opportunities to achieve cost effectiveness while meeting the highest standards of
quality materials as defined by the business, in his/her categories, in the region.

STRATEGIC:

Support preparing negotiation strategy and manage negotiations accordingly.
Key point of contact for cross functional teams such as technical, quality, R&D, legal, Finance etc.
Identify and correct cost gaps with suppliers and contract manufacturers to drive improved margins
and consistency.
Negotiate contracts, amendments, and renewals, aligning with the business strategies.

PROCUREMENT REPORTING:

Prepare timely and accurate reports for procurement function to meet department goals and
department requirements, policies, and standards
Provide reports and participate in procurement review discussions
Review market reports on price trends and material trends; coordinate with Procurement manager
and internal stakeholders for defining future focused procurement plan

PEOPLE:

Supervise the activities and work in his/her area to ensure that all work is carried out in an efficient
manner which is consistent with operating procedures and policy
Provide a benchmark as Nominate for training as per guidelines to ensure that team members
receive all necessary training and development to enable them to carry out their responsibilities to
the required standards.

Academic and professional qualifications:

Bachelor’s / master’s degree in business administration or engineering from a reputed

University: specialization in Operations Management would be preferred

EXPIRENCE: