Job Description

Job Purpose:

• Responsible for procuring services at the right cost and quality, while contributing to cost savings and fostering effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

• Maintain the Contract Expiry Calendar and ensure timely renewal of service contracts before expiry.
• Utilize e-procurement and digital tools such as RFQ platforms and Reverse Auctions.
• Evaluate tender responses based on Safety, Health & Environment (SHE), Quality, and Commercials.
• Manage vendor relationships, including feedback, evaluation, and ensuring GST compliance.
• Identify and develop new suppliers to support cost reduction initiatives and introduction of new technologies.
• Prepare MIS reports, analyze market dynamics, and provide forecasts.
• Review and follow up on pending PR reports.
• Ensure adherence to Purchase Guidelines and Code of Conduct (COC).
• Coordinate with the Finance team to process payments and address related grievances or issues.
• Review and renew General Purchase contracts (e.g., Airlines, Hotels, Forex services).
• Manage Responsible Purchasing and Sustainability Audits, including:

• ECOVADIS/SMETA audits
• Annual Vendor Evaluations
• Supplier Charter sign-offs

• Qualification: Engineering or MBA with good academics
• Min 6-8 years of Purchase function experience in SERVICES
• Working experience in manufacturing industry