Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager

Location: Lower Parel, Mumbai

Experience: 35 Years

Team Management: Manage 23 Procurement Executives

About Schbang

Schbang is a creative, media, and technology transformation company founded in 2015, with teams across Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, London, and Amsterdam. The company serves 300+ brands with end-to-end marketing solutions and aims to act as a one-stop shop for clients by offering strategies across multiple mediums to deliver impactful marketing outcomes.

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive Procurement Manager with experience preferably in advertising, digital, creative, or media agencies (or equivalent industries). The ideal candidate will oversee sourcing, vendor management, and procurement strategy while leading a small team to ensure timely and cost-effective purchasing aligned with business needs.

A Procurement Manager is responsible for sourcing and managing the goods and services an organization requires, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the best value while maintaining quality and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to secure goods and services at optimal cost and value.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers while maintaining long-term vendor relationships.
• Oversee the end-to-end procurement process, including contracts, budgets, and timely delivery.
• Manage procurement risks, ensure compliance with company policies, and maintain quality standards.
• Lead and mentor a team of procurement executives while aligning purchasing activities with organizational strategy.

Required Skills

• Negotiation & Financial Acumen: Ability to secure favorable pricing and contract terms.
• Analytical & Strategic Thinking: Use market insights and data to make informed sourcing decisions.
• Leadership Skills: Capability to manage teams and drive departmental efficiency.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Build strong partnerships and evaluate vendor performance.

Preferred Industry Expertise (Advertising / Digital / Media Agencies)

Typical Items & Services to Procure:

• Marketing and advertising services, equipment, and operational goods required for company activities.
• Goods and services that support campaigns, production, and business operations.

Knowledge & Skillsets Needed:

• Understanding of supply markets with the ability to anticipate business needs and industry trends.
• Expertise in contract negotiation and supplier selection to optimize cost, quality, and delivery.
• Procurement strategy and project planning to secure advantageous terms for the organization.
• Risk assessment and compliance awareness to minimize supply chain disruptions.

Eligibility Criteria

• 35 years of procurement or supply chain experience (agency or equivalent industry background preferred).
• Proven experience managing teams and procurement workflows.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Why Join Schbang?

Join a fast-growing integrated marketing agency that delivers holistic solutions across digital content, SEO, technology, design, media planning, influencer management, and morehelping brands converge across mediums.