Procurement Buyer

Buyer

Responsibilities

Strategy and Planning:

Develop and implement a comprehensive plan aligned with BU strategy and CPO guidelines.

Design Site Function Structure:

Ensure alignment with the operating model, group organization design principles, and site requirements.

Category Analysis:

Develop and oversee procurement plans for all categories at the site level. Lead strategic sourcing for CapEx, OpEx, and services including vendor evaluation, negotiation, and selection.

Supplier Management:

Vendor Performance Management:

Establish and govern vendor performance evaluation processes. Engage with vendors to identify and implement performance improvements.

Implement vendor engagement mechanisms based on group guidelines.

Contract Management:

Review and approve contracts for site-specific procurements.

People Management:

Formulate manpower plan, drive a collaborative and a high performance driven culture – Set goals, review performance

and provide feedback. Create and deploy effective framework for Functional Capability building.

Digital Mindset:

Keep up with digital and AI advancements to enhance business and maintain competitiveness.

Team Development:

Promote a respectful and safe workplace, lead collaborative and productive teams, and mentor for growth and success.

Key Stakeholders - Internal:

Site Techno-Commercial Head

Site Buyers

Chief Procurement Officer

Finance & Accounts team,

Key Stakeholders - External:

Customs Handling Agents, Customs Authority, Government Officials, Vendors, Logistics providers

Qualifications

Education Qualification:

Bachelor's degree in engineering with a Master's degree preferred in business administration, supply chain

management, operations, finance or a related area

Work Experience:

10+ years of experience in supply chain management, procurement with minimum 3 year experience in a

similar role of leading Procurement function in a large/ mid-sized Organization