Manager - Central Procurement (North Cluster Lead)

Key roles and responsibilities · Oversee and manage the Entire Procure to Pay (P2P) process to ensure smooth and efficient procurement operations. · Lead and direct procurement operations across the North region V-Guard Plants. · Effectively monitor daily procurement activities and operational tasks to maintain operational continuity. · Resolve disputes and conflicts with internal and external stakeholders promptly and professionally. · Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and a proactive approach to handling challenges and seizing opportunities. · Develop, implement, and maintain detailed dashboards for accurate reporting and performance tracking (Monthly). · Address supplier grievances effectively, fostering strong, productive relationships. · Monitor and communicate supplier performance regularly, ensuring adherence to delivery timelines and quality standards. · Collaborate with plant teams to manage lead times for long-lead items, ensure appropriate safety stock levels, and optimize raw material storage and utilization. · Identify and implement innovative solutions to minimize dependencies and improve overall operational efficiency. · Oversee inventory control processes, ensuring alignment with change management initiatives. · Ensure accurate tracking of raw material levels and enforce strict adherence to procurement processes at the plant. · Actively engage in core committee meetings (Planning, ECN, PLM, SAP) to promote continuous process improvement in procurement activities. · Serve as the primary liaison between the plant and the Head Office, ensuring adequate support for the procurement team to enable smooth production operations. · Consolidate and analyze indirect parts spend on a monthly and yearly basis, identifying cost-saving opportunities and monitoring savings against targets. · Good team management skill System Knowledge: · SAP MM (end user T codes) · Excel Advance Job Requirements: · A bachelor’s degree in engineering (Regular) (preferably in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, or Production). · Minimum 8 to 10 years of professional experience in Sourcing & Procurement components such as electrical, electromechanical, electronics, and mechanical parts. · Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. · IT Proficiency: Competent in MS Office, MS Excel, and Outlook. · Language Proficiency: Fluent in both English and Hindi. · This role requires travel across India to meet with suppliers. Preferences: · Experience in Electrical/electromechanical/electronics/mechanical Components is preferred. · Professional experience in procurement Manufacturing plant at least handles 3-member team · Work attitude that exhibits commitment. · Ability to work with a variety of personalities; persuasion skills; decision making; dependability; flexibility and adaptability

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