Job Description

Job Title :

Procurement Operations Manager - OTR

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Experience : 12-15 Years
Location : Pune




Key Responsibilities:





Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the O2R (Order-to-Receipt) process to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and cycle time. Serve as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders (requisitioners, project managers, finance teams) and external suppliers to ensure seamless procurement execution. Ensure strict adherence to global procurement policies, SOX compliance, and audit readiness. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement operations team, promoting accountability, collaboration, and service excellence. Partner with digital and systems teams to identify automation opportunities and support the implementation of procurement tools and system enhancements (e.g., SAP SRM, S/4HANA, Ariba). Monitor and report on key performance metrics, leveraging data insights to identify trends, assess risks, and implement corrective measures. Foster stakeholder engagement and enhance customer satisfaction through effective communication and prompt issue resolution. Ensure data integrity and compliance in procurement master data, including supplier records and catalogue management. Proactively manage and monitor the transactional pipeline to optimize workload prioritization, ensuring timely purchase orders and an improved user experience. Collaborate with Squad and GPO teams to implement timely, innovative process improvements that deliver greater value and better user experience.


Requisites:


Strong understanding of supply chain procurement practices with working knowledge of sourcing and general accounting (payments and invoice processing). Hands-on expertise in core sourcing and procurement, preferably within the Oil & Gas sector. Experience, including managing client-service functions, large corporate initiatives, critical thinking, relationship management, and supply chain processes. Proven experience in redefining SCM processes through system and process enhancements. Direct experience in process management, applying best practices, driving innovation, continuous improvement, and leveraging advanced technologies and tools. Skilled in working cross-culturally within international environments. Strong communication and influencing skills across all organizational levels. Collaborative and engaging work style with a focus on building partnerships. * Resilient and adept at navigating complex, multidimensional business environments.