Deputy General Manager - Finished Goods Procurement - Pump & Solar Pump Division

DGM Finished Goods Procurement (Pump & Solar Pump Division)

Location: Mumbai

Experience: 9-12 Years

Position Overview

The Finished Goods Procurement role is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing procurement of finished goods (Pumps & Solar Pumps) from vendors to ensure timely availability, cost efficiency, and quality compliance. The position plays a key role in ensuring supply chain continuity and supporting business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Vendor Management

- Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable vendors for finished goods

- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and commercial terms

- Build and maintain strong, long-term vendor relationships

Procurement Operations

- Plan and execute procurement aligned with demand forecasts

- Ensure timely delivery of finished goods to warehouses

- Monitor vendor performance against quality, delivery, and cost KPIs

Inventory & Demand Alignment

- Coordinate with demand planning teams to align procurement plans

- Optimize inventory levels to balance availability and working capital

Cost Management & Optimization

- Conduct market analysis and price benchmarking

- Drive cost-reduction initiatives without compromising quality

- Strong understanding of commodity procurement and import buying

- Sound product knowledge of Pumps & Solar Pumps

Compliance & Documentation

- Ensure adherence to procurement policies and regulatory requirements

- Maintain accurate procurement documentation including POs, contracts, and supplier agreements

Qualifications & Skills

- BTech / BE in Engineering or Supply Chain Management (MBA preferred)

- 9-12 years of experience in Finished Goods Procurement

- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills

- Experience with procurement systems such as SAP, Ariba, or web-based portals

- Analytical mindset with strong stakeholder communication skills

Core Competencies

- Strategic thinking with a focus on cost efficiency

- Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability

- Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure

- Collaborative approach across Supply Chain, Finance, and Sales teams