Procurement Manager
Core
Develop strategic supplier relationships for raw materials, solvents, and reagents to ensure QOTIF delivery, cost reduction, and supply chain security.
Role type
Senior Procurement Manager
Builds
Strategic sourcing programs and supply continuity for raw materials
Domain
Chemicals / Manufacturing
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, cost negotiation, inventory planning, supply chain security, regulatory compliance, project management
Preferred skills
Cross-functional team leadership, market trend analysis, continuous improvement methodologies
Technologies
ERP systems, SRM platforms, market intelligence tools
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers for raw materials, solvents, and reagents; Ensure procurement of input materials meets established QOTIF targets; Work closely with the planning team to procure materials at the right time and quantity; Maintain comprehensive understanding of market price trends and achieve year-on-year savings targets; Monitor local and international supply markets to ensure supply security; Lead SRM programmes with selected suppliers and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements; Lead cross-functional teams to drive consensus on category strategic roadmaps.