Industrial Procurement Specialist
Core
Sourcing and procurement operations for a manufacturing plant, focusing on cost-oriented, sustainable supply of materials and consumables.
Role type
Senior Industrial Procurement Specialist (Manufacturing)
Builds
Supply chain for plant operations, vendor contracts, and material availability
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial Procurement
Required skills
Sourcing, vendor negotiation, contract management, supplier development, inventory management, RFP management, cost analysis, compliance management, logistics coordination, MIS reporting
Preferred skills
Energy/Fuel management experience, Capital purchase market knowledge, Project management, supplier evaluation
Technologies
ERP systems, RFP platforms, MIS reporting tools
Responsibilities
Dealing with user departments to understand purchase requirements; Identifying suppliers, floating enquiries/RFPs, preparing TBA & CBA, negotiating, and creating orders/Rate-contracts; Managing vendor relationships to ensure supply and performance adherence; Supporting payment processes with account department; Developing vendors for ARC to consolidate consumable requirements; Managing alternative suppliers for cost effectiveness; Preparing MIS reports for management; Maintaining records for audit and compliance; Ensuring material availability within defined timelines; Coordinating logistics with store and account departments; Defining and maintaining appropriate inventory levels based on production plans.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC