Brigade Group - General Manager - Purchase/Procurement

Core Responsibilities:

- Define the Organization's procurement strategy for materials in line with the business strategy

- Survey the environment to keep abreast of trends and best practices in material usage and management in the Real Estate industry, nationally and internationally; Develop appropriate strategies to address / incorporate the same.

- Lead the development and management of a global vendor database; Periodically update the same through continuous research and market scanning.

- Provide functional guidance to ensure standardization of purchase practices across the organization.

- Develop / update department SOPs; lead the development of a framework for vendor selection and award of contract for different material categories.

- Develop proactive procurement mechanisms for critical and scarce materials in coordination with the Engineering Department

- Identify sources for bulk purchase (national and international) of materials to leverage economies of scale and tax efficiencies.

- Work closely with the Commercial Department to obtain the approved Bill of Materials; Ensure adherence to the same with respect to procurement of all materials

- Develop a materials delivery plan in close coordination with the Engineering Department to eliminate stock-outs, reduce inventory carrying costs and ensure timely delivery of material to the project sites

- Develop a framework for vendor evaluation and empanelment; Lead the vendor evaluation process and review vendor ratings periodically

- Drive effective relationship management with vendors to facilitate favourable contract terms, uninterrupted supply and availability of services at the time of crisis

- Work closely with the finance department to ensure timely availability of funds for payments to vendors as per the contracted terms; Continuously work on establishing favourable credit terms for organization.

- To drive implementation of digital initiatives SAP, MDM.

- Foster an environment of learning, excellence and innovation within all aspects of team work

- Mentor and coach subordinates to develop the team's capabilities and build a strong succession pipeline for the role.

Qualification:

- 20+ Years of experience in driving purchase team in the real estate industry.

- BE (Civil) preferably with a Post-graduation / Diploma in Material Management and Sourcing

Who are we looking for?

- Knowledge of Taxation Rules & Regulations

- Vendor Awareness and Development

- Knowledge of Materials and Material Management Techniques

- Knowledge of Purchase Procedures and Clauses

- Knowledge of ERP and Software Packages

- Young & energetic person with knowledge of purchase role.

- Good communication & negotiation skills.

- Should be a good team player & collaborate for success.