Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Execution & Tender Management

Conduct procurement activities including RFX, tendering, bid evaluation, and PO processing as per approved sourcing strategies Prepare quotation comparative statements (QCS), negotiate with vendors, and process Notes for Approval (NFA) within defined Delegation of Authority (up to ₹10 lakhs per transaction or as per category volume) Ensure timely closure of open PRs and maximize utilization of Annual Rate Contracts (ARCs) Review and expedite open POs; initiate quarterly short closures in coordination with Category Manager

Vendor Management & Trade Finance Coordination

Ensure complete vendor registration and facilitate third-party due diligence with the compliance team Act as the single point of contact for LC issuance/closure, EMD/BG management, and related trade finance activities Coordinate with suppliers for timely submission of documents and collaborate with Material Management, Indirect Taxation, and Finance for GRN and bill booking

Strategic Sourcing & Spend Planning

Interact with planning and analytics teams to prepare spend analysis and demand forecasts Execute sourcing strategies and develop negotiation plans aligned with category objectives Present category insights and performance data to management for informed decision-making

Supplier Database & Performance Monitoring

Build and maintain an accurate supplier database for assigned categories Track category spend, monitor demand plan deviations, and optimize vendor mix (including "C" category vendors) Identify and onboard new or alternate suppliers to strengthen the supply base Monitor and evaluate supplier performance against defined KPIs

Key Performance Indicators

Annual savings delivered within the category Alignment of material and service trends with planned forecasts Development of alternate suppliers and vendor optimization * Supplier performance tracking and continuous improvement