Procurement Manager

Position Overview

This role is critical in ensuring uninterrupted production in our continuous process industry through strategic sourcing, inventory optimization, and cost management.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Management

• Manage end-to-end procurement of raw materials (cullet, soda ash, limestone, silica sand, and other RMs), packing materials (shrink film, trays, cartons), engineering spares, consumables, and CapEx items
• Execute the complete procure-to-pay (P2P) cycle including vendor identification, negotiation, purchase order generation, receipt verification, and payment processing
• Ensure zero production stoppages due to material unavailability in this continuous process manufacturing environment
• Develop and maintain a robust vendor base with focus on reliability, quality, and competitive pricing
• Creation of orders in tally

Old bottle management

• Ensure minimum 70% collection of old bottles from all locations we operate
• MIS : prepare a detailed report based on the secondary sales data, old bottles inward and identify the gaps
• Coordinate with the team at respective states and ensure the gaps are addressed
• Give necessary instructions and ensure the timely movement of old bottles.
• Attend the problems if any related to logistics, commercial and ensure seamless supply

Inventory Management

• Maintain optimum inventory levels balancing working capital efficiency with production requirements
• Conduct regular cycle counting and physical stock verification
• Identify and systematically reduce obsolete and non-moving stock
• Implement inventory control systems and best practices
• Monitor stock turnover ratios and days of inventory on hand

Cost Management & Budgeting

• Drive continuous cost reduction initiatives through strategic sourcing, vendor consolidation, and negotiation
• Develop and implement cost-saving strategies including material substitution, value engineering, and bulk purchasing
• Ensure procurement spending remains within approved budgets
• Track and report cost savings and avoidance metrics

MIS & Reporting

• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly Management Information System (MIS) reports
• Provide actionable insights on procurement performance, spend analysis, vendor performance, and inventory metrics
• Present procurement dashboards to senior management

Vendor Management

• Evaluate, onboard, and manage vendor relationships
• Conduct vendor audits and performance reviews
• Negotiate contracts, pricing agreements, and payment terms
• Develop backup suppliers for critical materials

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor the procurement team
• Set performance objectives and conduct periodic reviews
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability

Team Size

• 1

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
• MBA or postgraduate degree in Supply Chain/Operations preferred

Experience

• Minimum 10 - 12 years of relevant procurement experience in glass manufacturing industry
• Experience in continuous process industries (glass, cement, steel, chemicals, paper) is highly preferred
• Proven track record in managing procurement for raw materials, packing materials, spares, and CapEx

Essential Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• ERP Systems: Proficiency in Tally ERP is mandatory; SAP knowledge is a strong advantage
• Strong understanding of procure-to-pay processes
• Expertise in inventory management techniques (ABC analysis, EOQ, safety stock calculations)
• Knowledge of glass manufacturing raw materials and processes is preferred

Procurement Skills

• Strategic sourcing and category management
• Vendor negotiation and contract management
• Cost analysis and cost reduction methodologies
• Supply market intelligence and risk assessment
• Understanding of quality specifications for glass manufacturing materials

Analytical Skills

• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and MIS preparation
• Ability to analyze spend patterns and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Budget planning and variance analysis
• KPI development and tracking

Management Skills

• Team leadership and people management
• Cross-functional collaboration with Production, Quality, Finance, and Warehouse teams
• Crisis management and problem-solving in high-pressure situations
• Project management for CapEx procurement

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Negotiation and persuasion abilities
• Attention to detail and process orientation
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Proactive and self-motivated approach

Candidates from the Glass Industries only apply for this job and relevant with detailed JD shared . Other Industries candidates profile will not be shortlisted.