Senior Manager – Procurement & Supply Chain

Job Title:

Senior Manager – Procurement & Supply Chain

Location:

Kozhikode / Kerala

Language :  English, Malayalam, Hindi Proficiency is Mandatory

Job Summary
We are looking for a highly experienced  Senior Manager – Procurement & Supply Chain  to lead and manage the organization’s procurement strategy, supply chain operations, vendor management, and compliance processes. The role will focus on ensuring cost-effective procurement, maintaining quality standards, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring procurement activities comply with internal audit and regulatory requirements. The candidate will also lead and manage the procurement team to achieve organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Supply Chain
Develop and implement  procurement strategies  aligned with organizational goals.
Manage the  end-to-end procurement lifecycle , including vendor sourcing, negotiations, purchase order management, and contract administration.
Ensure  timely procurement and supply chain coordination  to support operational requirements.
Monitor procurement activities to ensure  cost optimization and efficient resource utilization .
Implement and manage  ERP-based procurement and inventory systems .

Vendor & Contract Management
Identify, evaluate, and onboard  reliable vendors and suppliers .
Conduct  price negotiations and contract finalization  with vendors.
Maintain long-term relationships with suppliers and ensure service quality.

Audit & Compliance
Ensure procurement activities comply with  internal policies, audit standards, and regulatory requirements .
Coordinate with  internal and external auditors  during procurement and supply chain audits.
Maintain proper  documentation and audit trails  for all procurement transactions.
Implement corrective measures based on  audit observations and compliance reviews .

Team Management & Leadership
Lead, supervise, and mentor the  procurement and supply chain team .
Allocate tasks, monitor performance, and ensure  team productivity and efficiency .
Provide training and guidance to team members to enhance procurement capabilities.

Reporting & Analysis
Prepare  procurement reports, vendor performance evaluations, and cost analysis reports .
Monitor procurement budgets and identify  cost-saving opportunities .
Present procurement performance updates to  senior management .

Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in  Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field .

Experience
8–12 years of experience  in Procurement and Supply Chain Management.
Minimum  5–6 years of experience in a managerial role with team management responsibilities .
Experience in  ERP systems, procurement tools, and audit compliance processes  is required.

Key Skills
Strategic Procurement Planning
Supply Chain Management
Vendor Management & Negotiation
Audit & Compliance Management
ERP Systems & Procurement Tools
Budget Control & Cost Optimization
Contract Management
Team Leadership & People Management
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
Communication & Stakeholder Management