Job Description

The role balances people leadership and functional excellence to ensure timely and compliant procurement and payment processes for indirect categories such as MRO, Professional Services, Chemicals, Packaging. Oversee the end-to-end P2P cycle for indirect categories - requisition to PO creation, vendor onboarding, invoice resolution, GR/IR clearing, and stakeholder coordination. Managing RFQ's approved suppliers in line with internal policies for identifying competitive pricing Drive issue resolution for aged POs, invoice mismatches, blocked payments, and urgent procurements. Identify and drive continuous improvement projects using tools like Power BI, Power Apps, and Lean methodologies. Key Deliverables: SLA adherence on PR to PO conversion, Open PO Closure and invoice turnaround time Improvement in GR/IR backlog and blocked invoice resolution aim reduce invoice liability People development, engagement, and retention Execution of process improvement and automation initiatives Has 3-4 years of prior team management experience in the procurement domain, lead, coach, and mentor a team of P2P analysts and associate buyers handling end-to-end indirect procurement activities Define clear performance goals and development plans; conduct regular 1:1s, feedback sessions, and annual performance reviews. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning. Ensure high employee engagement and retention through team-building activities, recognition programs, and development interventions. Bachelor's degree in commerce, Engineering, or Business; preferred MBA 9-13 years of experience in procurement operations, with at least 3-4 years in a leadership capacity Strong understanding of Indirect Procurement categories Hands-on experience with SAP (MM module), Ariba, and exposure to compliance frameworks Proficiency in MS Excel, Power BI, and reporting tools Ability to manage a multicultural team and support global time zones

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