Manager

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Execution
Develop and implement sourcing strategies for non-IT categories to achieve cost optimization and service excellence.
Lead end-to-end procurement cycles from requirement gathering, vendor evaluation, negotiation, contracting, and purchase order issuance to delivery and payment coordination.
Analyze spend data and identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
Conduct periodic market assessments and benchmarking to ensure competitive pricing and value.
Vendor Management
Identify, onboard, and manage suppliers for all non-IT categories.
Develop strong vendor partnerships while maintaining competitive tension to ensure performance, quality, and compliance.
Conduct periodic supplier performance reviews and resolve escalations effectively.
Contract & Compliance Management
Negotiate commercial terms, service levels, and contractual obligations ensuring adherence to company procurement policies and legal frameworks.
Collaborate with the Legal and Finance teams for contract reviews, renewals, and risk mitigation.
Ensure compliance with company procurement governance, SOX, and other audit requirements.
Cross-functional Collaboration
Partner with internal stakeholders (Admin, HR, Travel, Facilities, Legal, Finance, Operations) to understand business needs and deliver procurement support aligned to business goals.
Work closely with regional/global procurement teams to align on group-level sourcing strategies and standardization.
Reporting & Analytics
Maintain procurement dashboards and trackers for spend, savings, and supplier performance.
Provide regular reports and insights to management on procurement performance metrics.