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Zeno

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 Zeno is seeking a Supply Chain Manager &ndash; Proprietary Chassis to lead end-to-end sourcing, vendor development, and supply chain execution for a next-generation proprietary chassis platform under development.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Bengaluru &ndash; Work from Office (5 days a week)
 
 
 
 Start Date:
 
 Immediate
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About Zeno
 
 
 
 An unprecedented energy transition has begun. To meet 2040 net zero goals, over 2 billion electric two-wheelers (motorcycles) must be sold and $11 trillion in fuel consumption replaced. Zeno is building a tech platform to electrify this two-wheeler market, currently responsible for more than 4% of the world&rsquo;s GHG emissions. Our mission is to accelerate the energy transition and democratize the benefits across Africa, India, and Latin America. With a focus on East Africa as a starting point, Zeno is building a new energy ecosystem with ground-up development of a fundamentally better electric motorcycle and associated battery swap network to drive a better experience for our customers.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Role
 
 
 
 Zeno is seeking a Supply Chain Manager &ndash; Proprietary Chassis to lead end-to-end sourcing, vendor development, and supply chain execution for a next-generation proprietary chassis platform under development. This role is highly confidential and mission-critical, involving the identification and management of strategic suppliers to ensure cost, quality, and delivery performance for vehicle functional/dynamic components that form the backbone of our electric motorcycles.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Do
 
 
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 Strategic Ownership:
 
 Build and manage the supply chain for proprietary chassis systems, which includes suspension, brake system, alloy wheels, bearings, tyres, chain drive system, latches, locks, ignition locks etc.
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 Vendor Development:
 
 Identify and qualify global and domestic suppliers with advanced technology, design capabilities and manufacturing capabilities.
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 Negotiation &amp; Cost Management:
 
 Drive competitive pricing strategies while ensuring adherence to engineering specifications. Evaluate &amp; workout should cost, negotiate and align with suppliers for optimized BOM cost control
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 Supplier Program Management:
 
 Work with engineering and program for project&rsquo;s technical &amp; scheduling requirements for development timelines, maintaining strict confidentiality, adherence to program schedule. Driving supplier level micro activities for the benefit of the organization.
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 Quality &amp; Compliance:
 
 Ensure all proprietary chassis components meet durability, safety, and certification requirements (ISO/IATF). Supplier quality assurance, managing supplier quality control, ensuring quality timeliy quality checks &amp; report submission to engineering.
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 Risk Mitigation:
 
 Develop dual-sourcing strategies and safeguard IP while engaging with suppliers. Manage supplier activities closely on regular basis to identify risks to the project, risks to program schedule as well as manufacturing schedule.
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 Cross-Functional Alignment:
 
 Collaborate with engineering, R&amp;D, programs and HOD to deliver chassis supply chain readiness in line with launch milestones.
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 What You Bring
 
 
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 7&ndash;10 years of experience in supply chain, sourcing, or procurement in automotive or allied heavy industries.
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 Deep expertise in suspension, brakes, and other proprietary functional &amp; dynamic component sourcing.
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 Strong knowledge of all manufacturing &amp; assembly processes.
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 Proven ability to set up and scale supplier networks for complex, high-precision parts in various North, Central, Western &amp; Southern regions of India.
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 Hands-on experience in supplier audits, PPAP, APQP, and quality systems (IATF 16949, ISO 9001).
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 Proficiency in ERP (SAP/Odoo) and advanced supply chain planning tools.
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 Strong confidentiality orientation and ability to manage sensitive programs.
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 Willing to relocate to Bengaluru, with a willingness to travel or frequent visits to suppliers.
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 You have
 
 
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 Positive attitude with positive view of people
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 Teamwork attitude to take on &amp; support multiple responsibilities and have result oriented way of working
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 You are open to change and are stimulated by taking on new responsibilities
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 Has the ability to work strategically in a fast-paced environment
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 Has very good communication skills to deal with, interact with suppliers from different regions of India
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 Works proactively with the ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments, as we operate in a changing environment
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 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
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 Has the experience or capability to work with startup mind set with out of the box lateral thinking abilities
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 Should be able to drive &amp; deliver in evolving processes across the company
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 Benefits
 
 
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 Competitive salary aligned with senior leadership experience.
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 Company-sponsored healthcare plan.
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 Unique opportunity to lead the confidential chassis supply chain of a next-generation EV platform.
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 Be part of a mission-driven team shaping the trillion-dollar transition of two-wheelers to electric.
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Sourcing Manager – Proprietary Chassis

Autodesk

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 Job Requisition ID #
 
 
 
 25WD92620
 
 
 
 Position Overview
 
 
 
 Do you have a passion for strategic sourcing? Can you spot opportunities where others can&rsquo;t?Are you a change agent who challenges the status-quo and makes things better? Do you enjoy working collaboratively with people across various disciplines to make their work easier and leading cross-functional teams that does the same? We&rsquo;re all about accelerating careers, delighting our customers, and delivering results. If you are too, then we have the right role for you!
 
 
 Autodesk is looking for a Strategic Sourcing Partner to support Senior Sourcing Managers in sourcing and negotiation activities, as well as manage Sourcing processes. The successful candidate must demonstrate a passion for developing relationships with stakeholders, dedication to excellent customer service and a growth mindset for learning new skills, taking on new challenges and working with global stakeholders. The successful candidate must also have a good understanding contractual terms and conditions and some experience in negotiating with suppliers. The successful Sourcing Partner will support the Sourcing Managers with data analysis including portfolio analysis, planning, consolidation, supplier scorecards and vendor management.
 
 
 Strategic Sourcing is a dynamic and growing organization within Autodesk&rsquo;s Purchasing, Programs and Operations department. In addition to the specific sourcing and vendor management responsibilities, this position is expected to contribute to the maturity of the overall function. This includes creating and refining processes, tools and templates that can be applied to across all vendors and categories worldwide.This position will report to the Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing. The resource will be located in India and will primarily support sourcing needs in APAC, however, will be asked to support other contract and sourcing needs in other regions as necessary.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Manage a large workload and constant flow of inquiries, especially during peak times, while maintaining a &ldquo;delight the customer&rdquo; mindset
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 Maintain thorough understanding for end-to-end purchase to pay processes and functional team responsibilities between Sourcing, Procurement and Accounts Payable and assist in resolving cross-team issues in a collaborative manner
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 Manage country-specific processes within the EMEA, AMER and or APAC region.
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 Support the RFx process when appropriate
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 Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation
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 Help identify areas of risk for the business (i.e., indemnities, limits of liability, delivery of service, quality, performance, timeline, warranty, governance, or other contractual terms); make recommendations where applicable
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 Maintain proficiency in relevant policies and procedures; be able to articulate and enforce such policies and procedures
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 Facilitate employee compliance with procurement policies and systems and ensures segregation of duties. Report to Purchasing Managers and appropriate Finance Manager any incidents of non-compliance
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 In conjunction with Sourcing Managers review and analyze data to determine cost saving opportunities through vendor consolidation and/or contract renegotiations
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 Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal customers / clients as well as vendors
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 Ability to shine under pressure while dealing with changing priorities and timelines
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 Ability to clearly demonstrate subject matter expertise in sourcing initiatives to stakeholders
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 Live the Autodesk cultural values by being Smart, Innovative, Adaptable, Inclusive, Impactful, Humble, Courageous, Accountable, Pragmatic and Customer Focused
 
 
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 Minimum Qualifications
 
 
 
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 2+ years&rsquo; experience focused on, Strategic Sourcing and/or Category Management
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 Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
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 BA or equivalent experience
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 Strong negotiation/influencing and presentation skills
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 Strong English skills
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 Procurement specific qualification a plus
 
 
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 Learn More
 
 
 
 
 
 About Autodesk
 
 
 
 Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software &ndash; from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.
 
 
 We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk &ndash; it&rsquo;s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.
 
 
 When you&rsquo;re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!
 
 
 
 Salary transparency
 
 
 
 Salary is one part of Autodesk&rsquo;s competitive compensation package. Offers are based on the candidate&rsquo;s experience and geographic location. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.
 
 
 
 Diversity &amp; Belonging
 
 
 
 We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging
 
 
 
 Are you an existing contractor or consultant with Autodesk?
 
 
 
 Please search for open jobs and apply internally (not on this external site).
 
 
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Sourcing Partner

Tata Consultancy Services

<div>
 
 
 Overview
 
 
 
 We are seeking an experienced and visionary leader to direct our Strategic Sourcing Services business. This position reports directly to the Head of IoT DE, and holds responsibility for the overall delivery of Strategic Sourcing programs to our global clientele.
 
 
 
 
 
 The selected candidate will oversee all aspects of Strategic Sourcing Service line including program execution for our customers, manage profit and loss, drive revenue growth, and uphold operational excellence across teams.
 
 
 
 
 
 Our Strategic Sourcing practice enables global enterprises to optimize their supply chains, sourcing operations, and supplier ecosystems by leveraging engineering expertise, analytics, and digital technologies.
 
 
 
 
 
 The selected candidate will oversee all aspects of Strategic Sourcing program execution for international customers, manage profit and loss, drive revenue growth, and uphold operational excellence across teams.
 
 
 
 
 
 Additionally, the selected candidate will be responsible for building differentiated offerings, positioning the organization as a market leader in strategic sourcing, both internally and externally with the market.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Define the vision, roadmap, and growth strategy for the Strategic Sourcing service line.
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 Develop offerings in sourcing strategy, category management, supplier development, cost engineering, should-costing, and procurement transformation.
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 Align sourcing initiatives with the company&rsquo;s overall business objectives and go-to-market plans.
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 Drive revenue growth through new client acquisition and account expansion.
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 Partner with the sales team to create go-to-market collaterals, proposals, and commercial models.
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 Engage with CXOs, procurement leaders, and sourcing heads to position differentiated solutions.
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 Institutionalize methodologies, tools, and best practices for consistent high-quality execution.
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 Partner with technology teams to create AI/ML-driven analytics, and automation.
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 Represent the company in industry forums, client workshops, and conferences.
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 Author thought leadership content on sourcing transformation, digital procurement, and supplier innovation
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 Key KPI&rsquo;s
 
 
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 Revenue growth and gross margin for the Strategic Sourcing Subunit
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 Number of new customers added to the service line.
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 Number of new service lines introduced.
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 Number of escalations concerning delivery performance.
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 Percentage enablement of AI within Strategic Sourcing workflows.
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 P&amp;L forecast accuracy.
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 Thought leadership visibility in the Sourcing industry.
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 Qualifications:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s or master&rsquo;s in engineering; MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification in Operations, Supply Chain (preferred).
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 Years of experience required for position: (For Grade Mapping)
 
 
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 15&ndash;20+ years in strategic sourcing, procurement transformation, or supply chain management, including 5+ years in leadership roles.
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 Proven expertise in category management, supplier development, cost optimization, and should-costing.
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 Strong understanding of engineering-led sourcing for global manufacturing supply chains.
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 Demonstrated commercial acumen with P&amp;L, pre-sales, and solutioning exposure.
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 Prior experience with engineering services firms, consulting organizations, or OEM/Tier-1 suppliers
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 Attributes
 
 
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 Proven track record in managing P&amp;L, gross margin, and developing new revenue streams.
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 Extensive experience collaborating with global clients, particularly those based in North America, Europe, or Japan
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 Exposure to multiple industries and global sourcing ecosystems.
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 Demonstrated ability to build and scale new practices or functions.
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 Exposure to multiple industries and global sourcing ecosystems.
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 Demonstrated ability to build and scale new practices or functions.
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 Strong stakeholder management capabilities, with confidence in engaging CXOs, engineering leaders, and product managers in client organizations.
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 Demonstrated ability to attract, mentor, and retain top talent.
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 Adept at operating within a matrixed, global delivery environment.
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Head of Sourcing

<div>
 
 
 About us:
 
 
 
 We are a highly successful 190-year-old, Fortune 500 commercial property insurance company of 6,000+ employees with a unique focus on science and risk engineering. Businesses worldwide trust our expertise to protect their assets, relying on our comprehensive risk assessments and robust, engineering-based insurance solutions to safeguard against fire, natural disasters, and other perils. Serving over a quarter of the Fortune 500 and major corporations globally, we deliver data-driven strategies that enhance resilience, ensure business continuity, and empower organizations to thrive.
 
 
 FM India is a strategic location for driving our global operational efficiency. Our presence in India allows us to leverage the country&rsquo;s talented workforce and advance our capabilities to serve our clients better. We have diverse corporate functions that emphasize research, advanced technologies like AI and analytics, risk engineering, research, finance, marketing, HR, etc. working together to provide innovative solutions and nurture lasting relationships &ndash; from co-workers to clients.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Title: Strategic Sourcing Consultant
 
 
 
 
 Position Summary:
 
 
 
 This role is responsible for assisting with a portion of FM&rsquo;s technology and business procurement and vendor management strategy and helps to execute on that strategy based on rapidly changing technology and business landscapes. This role focuses on the moderate complexity category; focuses on one category strategy; may get some assistance on strategy. The role will assist with the full breadth of procurement and vendor management functions through execution of moderately complex deals that have medium business and financial impact to the success of FM. The person in this role will be responsible to directly interface with both EVP and VP senior leaders to help provide sourcing strategy, focus areas/initiatives, and results. They'll also be responsible for helping, in collaboration with senior VMO leadership, to influence/steer strategic decisions that align with the vendor management vision and will result in the best outcome for FM.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 End to End Procurement:
 
 
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 Helps coordinate medium sized, moderately complex, with moderate financial impact projects to forward cross-enterprise and category strategies
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 Works with senior procurement staff to research market intelligence regarding alternate suppliers; Collaborates with team to determine short list and selected vendor(s) in line with category strategy for medium complexity, medium risk deals.
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 Manages self in procurement process with vendor and internal stakeholders for business critical new products and services and renewals based on medium complexity business requirements and/or medium-impact category strategy. Includes assisting in creation of RFI/RFP, vendor evaluation and selection, contract development, contract price and terms negotiation, conclusion of deal, and follow through on success of implementation/onboarding, etc.
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 Leads all interaction on projects with Law &amp; Government Affairs and Information Security, and Architecture/Infrastructure teams as applicable.
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 Helps drive partnership with stakeholders to determine mitigation options for vendor risks, with influence of acceptance of risks and/or leading of change in vendor direction
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 Manages full procurement life-cycle with vendors/partners in support medium complexity and impactful business areas/categories; Responsible for ensuring SLA&rsquo;s are met and exceeded.
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 Strategy and Vendor Management:
 
 
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 Assists in developing, and evolves Sourcing strategy, for medium complexity categories and potentially with enterprise-wide, cross organizational categories
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 Works with a variety of staff in the organization to help define medium complexity projects to assist with forwarding the category strategy
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 Works with senior procurement leadership to help definition of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) between strategic vendors and stakeholder business area
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 Participates in vendor management program for enterprise and departmental strategic partners including feedback from stakeholders, vendor score card development, quarterly-business reviews.
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 Coordinates with senior procurement leadership to ensure evolution of vendor portfolio to ensure highest financial benefits to FM balanced with top delivery, service, execution and value
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 Relationship Management:
 
 
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 Assists in the preparation of documentation provided to FM internal customers on sourcing strategy, results, and focus areas/initiatives.
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 Builds and maintains relationships with strategic partners and a variety of internal stakeholders with respect to vendor portfolio strategy and direction, financial and risk mitigation opportunities, and business excellence and resilience
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 Leverages senior procurement team for mentoring in developing sourcing strategies, executing on procurement and vendor management processes, and relationship building
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 Process:
 
 
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 Coordinates implementation of FM&rsquo;s vendor management program including stakeholder surveys, vendor score-carding and vendor KPI reviews
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 Assists in the evolution of cross-organizational procurement and vendor management processes; Provides feedback into creation of associated communication and education artifacts
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 Participates in projects to implement and evolve technology platforms and tools to in support FM&rsquo;s procurement and vendor management strategy and execution of strategy
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 Ensures adherence in development of processes, guidelines, tracking and reporting on cost avoidance and cost savings in line with established OKRs
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 Provides Sourcing reporting and metrics to share with managers
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 Leverages existing market intelligences resources used by Sourcing team; Continues self-directed scanning of the market intelligence options
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 Skill and Experience:
 
 
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 5-7 years of experience required
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 Additional Experience Qualifier (optional Strategic sourcing, procurement and vendor management in a broad range of categories including technology for a global organization.
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 Experience leading medium sized negotiations with strategic business and technology partners, displaying independent judgement, autonomy, and decision-making
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 Experience in all aspects of Sourcing including leveraging of key business strategies and category management for several business areas, some may be high visibility and financial stakes
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 Some project leadership skills
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 Advanced communication and presentation skills
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 Accountability for delivering results with respect to financial and risk management goals
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 Must Have Skills:
 
 
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 Vendor management, category management, procurement, and strategic sourcing
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 Negotiation skills with experience in contract review and redlining
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 Ability to support and help expand a new vendor management program across the organization
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 Willingness to learn new sourcing categories.
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 Education and Certifications:
 
 
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 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, Bachelor's Degree,
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 Work location:
 
 Bengaluru
 
</div>

Strategic Sourcing Consultant [T500-20900]

DCGpac.COM

<div>
 
 
 About the Company
 
 
 
 
 
 
 DCGPac (DCG Tech Ltd) is India&rsquo;s leading B2B packaging and procurement platform, offering a wide range of packaging materials, warehouse supplies &amp; procurement services, with end-to-end &ldquo;Design-to-Distribution&rdquo; capabilities. The company sources from over 1,000+ manufacturers, manages multiple fulfillment centres, and supports corporates with procurement, quality control, logistics, and sustainable packaging initiatives (EcoPac, RePac). Thus, the Procurement Manager position is critical in ensuring cost-effective, high-quality sourcing aligned with DCGPac&rsquo;s scale, product diversity, and sustainability goals.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Procurement Manager will lead the sourcing, supplier management, and procurement operations for DCGPac&rsquo;s broad portfolio of packaging and warehouse materials. This role combines strategic sourcing, cost optimization, quality assurance, supplier relation management, and cross-functional coordination (design, operations, logistics, R&amp;D). The focus will be on ensuring reliable supply, meeting quality specifications, driving cost efficiencies, and supporting sustainable packaging initiatives.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:-
 
 
 
 
 
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 Strategic Sourcing &amp; Category Management
 
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 Define and execute procurement strategies for packaging, raw materials, warehouse supplies, and ancillary products.
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 Segment procurement into categories (corrugated boxes, films, tapes, sustainable packaging, machinery, etc.) and build category road-maps.
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 Lead supplier segmentation, rationalization, and consolidation plans to optimize cost, quality, and risk.
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 Collaborate with R&amp;D / design teams to evaluate new materials or sustainable alternatives (e.g. compostable films, biodegradable polymers) in line with DCGPac&rsquo;s EcoPac / RePac initiatives.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
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 Supplier Identification, Onboarding &amp; Development
 
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 Source and evaluate domestic and global suppliers (local manufacturers, overseas vendors) for quality, cost, delivery reliability, and compliance.
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 Perform supplier audits, due diligence, capability assessments, and capacity checks.
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 Lead supplier onboarding, contract negotiation, and integration.
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 Drive supplier development &amp; continuous improvement programs (quality, lead times, process upgrades, ESG practices).
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 </ul>
 
 
 
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 Negotiation &amp; Contract Management
 
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 Lead negotiation of prices, terms &amp; conditions, payment terms, delivery SLAs, penalty clauses, exclusivity, warranties, etc.
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 Draft and manage supplier agreements, NDAs, master procurement contracts, legal &amp; compliance review.
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 Establish and enforce performance structures: KPIs, SLAs, scorecards, escalation mechanisms.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
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 Procurement Operations &amp; Execution
 
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 Issue RFx (RFQ, RFP, RFI), evaluate responses, perform bid comparison and select optimal vendors.
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 Raise and manage purchase orders, monitor order fulfillment, delivery schedules, logistics coordination.
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 Track lead times, manage buffer stock, safety stock, reorder points.
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 Monitor and resolve procurement exceptions &mdash; delays, short shipments, quality rejections, mismatches.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
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 Quality &amp; Compliance Assurance
 
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 Work closely with QC / quality control labs to ensure material compliance, testing, certifications, and standards.
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 Ensure supplier compliance with applicable statutory, environmental, and safety requirements.
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 Incorporate compliance and ESG / sustainability clauses into contracts.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
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 Cost Management, Analytics &amp; Reporting
 
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 Develop and track procurement KPIs: cost savings, spend under management, supplier on-time delivery, quality rejects, procurement cycle time, etc.
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 Use data analytics and spend analysis to find opportunities for savings, vendor consolidation, demand aggregation.
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 Prepare procurement budget, forecasts, and monitor actuals vs plans.
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 Conduct regular reviews with stakeholders to assess procurement performance.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
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 Risk Management &amp; Sustainability
 
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 Identify supply chain risks (supplier insolvency, raw material volatility, geopolitical, regulatory) and devise mitigation strategies (dual sourcing, buffer stocks).
 </li>
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 Lead initiatives to adopt sustainable packaging options, circular supply (RePac), reduce waste and support ESG goals.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor industry trends, raw material price fluctuations, regulatory changes, and feed into procurement strategy.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
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 Cross-Functional Collaboration &amp; Stakeholder Management
 
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 <li>
 Interface with design, operations, logistics, sales, and R&amp;D teams to align procurement with business needs, BOM changes, demand forecasts, etc.
 </li>
 <li>
 Serve as procurement subject matter expert in new product development, cost-down programs, packaging innovation projects.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with finance for payment terms, vendor risk analysis, working capital management.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Team Leadership &amp; Process Optimization
 
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 Manage and mentor a team of procurement buyers/analysts.
 </li>
 <li>
 Define roles, objectives, metrics, training and development.
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 Establish standardized procurement processes, tools, workflows, and best practices.
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 Drive automation, digital procurement tools (e-procurement, supplier portals, analytics dashboards).
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Required Qualifications &amp; Skills:-
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Education
 
 : Bachelor&rsquo;s in Engineering/ Technology/ Packaging and printing / Supply Chain / Commerce / Business. MBA or postgrad is a plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Experience
 
 : minimum 5 years (or as relevant) in procurement/sourcing in manufacturing, packaging, FMCG, or logistics sectors, with at least 3 years in leadership role.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong negotiation skills and contract management experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Deep domain knowledge in packaging materials, raw materials, logistics, and supply chain.
 </li>
 <li>
 Analytical skills, comfortable in data-driven decision-making, spend analysis, Excel, procurement tools.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with procurement / ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, ION, Coupa, etc.).
 </li>
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 Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
 </li>
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 Leadership, coaching, team development capabilities.
 </li>
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 Understanding of quality assurance, certification standards (ISO, material testing, etc.).
 </li>
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 Knowledge of sustainability, ESG practices, and ecofriendly packaging trends.
 </li>
 <li>
 Risk management skills and strategic mindset.
 </li>
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 Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth startup / scale-up environment.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Equal Opportunity Statement:-
 
 
 
 
 
 
 DCGpac is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.
 
 
 
</div>

Procurement Manager

Curefoods

<div>
 
 
 
 About Curefoods
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Curefoods is a Bangalore-based house of F&amp;B brands, founded in 2020. The company operates 500+ locations across 50 cities in India, offering a diverse range of cuisines. Curefoods brings together brands such as Kitchens of EatFit, CakeZone, Nomad Pizza, Sharief Bhai, Olio Pizza, Frozen Bottle, Krispy Kreme, and Arambam. Each brand offers a distinct culinary experience, from healthier meal options to regional cuisines and indulgent desserts. The company operates through cloud kitchens and dine-in formats, focusing on food quality, hygiene, and sustainability. Its operations integrate technology and consumer insights to manage scale and efficiency.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Head of Sourcing will play a pivotal role in leading the sourcing strategy, strengthening supplier partnerships, and driving procurement excellence across Curefoods India. The ideal candidate is the one who brings 10+ years of progressive experience, deep market understanding and a strong command over sourcing in Food Services, Grocery, and Food Retail. Experience in grocery and commodity sourcing will be a significant advantage. This role demands close collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless availability of premium, ethically sourced products aligned with our mission and values.
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Sourcing Strategy
 
 : Build and execute a comprehensive sourcing strategy focused on quality, sustainability, and cost optimization.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Supplier Management
 
 : Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers aligned with our quality and ethical sourcing standards.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Negotiations
 
 : Lead negotiations to secure favourable terms, contracts, and long-term partnerships.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Supplier Performance:
 
 Track and evaluate supplier performance, ensuring adherence to quality, timelines, and continuous improvement.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Supply Chain Integrity
 
 : Oversee end-to-end sourcing processes, ensuring product integrity from raw materials to final delivery.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Sustainability
 
 : Champion environmentally responsible sourcing and support community-impact initiatives.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Risk Management:
 
 Identify supply risks and implement mitigation plans to ensure operational continuity.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Cross-Functional Collaboration
 
 : Work closely with QA, production, marketing, and other teams to align sourcing with business goals.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Market Research:
 
 Stay updated on industry trends, market dynamics, and emerging sourcing opportunities.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Budget Management:
 
 Manage sourcing budgets with a focus on cost efficiency and strong supplier relationships.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Leadership:
 
 Lead and mentor the sourcing team, fostering innovation, accountability, and excellence.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Pre Requisities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 10+
 
 years of proven experience in senior sourcing or procurement roles, ideally within
 
 Food Services, Grocery, or Food Retail.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Deep experience in
 
 grocery and commodity sourcing
 
 is a strong plus.
 
 
 
 
 
 Experience in pan-India sourcing of food commodities is highly desirable.
 
 
 
 
 
 Strong expertise in capex sourcing and large-scale RFP processes is an added advantage.
 
 
 
 
 
 Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to assess market trends, pricing, and supplier performance.
 
 
 
 
 
 Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively.
 
 
 
 
 
 Results-driven mindset with a demonstrated track record of achieving sourcing objectives without compromising quality.
 
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Procurement Head

Worko

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 This role is with a partner company, which is a fast growing co-working space
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Overview
 
 
 We are looking for a Procurement &amp; Vendor Manager who will own sourcing, vendor management, rate negotiations, and procurement for all workspace build-outs and operational requirements. This role is ideal for someone who is analytical, negotiation-savvy, highly ethical, and enjoys optimizing costs without compromising quality. You will work closely with the Design, Operations, Facilities, and Finance teams to ensure timely procurement and vendor efficiency for both new centre launches and ongoing operations.
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
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 Prepare Bill of Quantities (BOQs) for new projects in coordination with design, operations, and site teams
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 Identify, evaluate, and onboard vendors for furniture, fixtures, equipment (FF&amp;E), interiors, facility services, consumables, and AMC services
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 Request, compare, and analyse quotations from multiple suppliers to ensure best pricing, quality, and value
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 Lead negotiations on pricing, payment terms, delivery timelines, service SLAs, and contracts with suppliers and contractors
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 Maintain a strong vendor database, including rate cards, compliance documents, performance history, and service scorecards
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 Track and manage purchase orders, delivery timelines, and ensure on-time fulfillment for project and operational requirements
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 Partner with Operations and Facilities teams to resolve vendor issues, delays, quality concerns, or non-compliance
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 Monitor procurement budgets, track spends, and drive cost optimization initiatives without compromise on standards
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 Maintain procurement documentation for GST, invoicing, compliance, and audit requirements
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 Build long-term, ethical, and positive vendor relationships while ensuring accountability and performance
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 </ul>
 
 Requirements
 
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 2&ndash;4 years of experience in procurement, vendor management, sourcing, or supply chain
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 Strong negotiation and vendor-handling skills with understanding of commercial terms
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 Good understanding of BOQs, cost sheets, and purchase workflows
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 Proficiency in MS Excel/Google Sheets
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 Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to handle multiple procurement requests simultaneously
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 Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills
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 Ethical, disciplined, and process-driven approach to procurement
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 </ul>
 
 Mandatory Requirements
 
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 <li>
 2&ndash;4 years of experience in procurement, vendor management, sourcing, or supply chain
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong negotiation and vendor-handling skills with understanding of commercial terms
 </li>
 <li>
 Good understanding of BOQs, cost sheets, and purchase workflows
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in MS Excel/Google Sheets
 </li>
 <li>
 Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to handle multiple procurement requests simultaneously
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Ethical, disciplined, and process-driven approach to procurement
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Preferred Requirements
 
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 Experience in co-working, commercial interiors, hospitality, or real estate
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 </ul>
 
 Additional Information
 
 
 Success Metrics (KPIs):
 
 
 Cost savings achieved through efficient vendor negotiations,
 
 
 On-time delivery of materials, services, and orders,
 
 
 Vendor SLA &amp; quality adherence across categories,
 
 
 Reduction in procurement errors, delays, or rework,
 
 
 Strong vendor scorecards and accountability.
 
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