About The Role:

The Head Procurement will lead the end-to-end procurement function for the Gandhinagar manufacturing facility. This role requires strategic sourcing expertise, strong vendor development capabilities, cost optimization mindset, and the ability to build a resilient and scalable supply chain to support a high-growth, customized manufacturing environment.

The incumbent will drive procurement strategy, ensure uninterrupted material availability, optimize cost structures, and build long-term supplier partnerships aligned with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Procurement & Sourcing:

- Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational growth plans.

- Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for raw materials, packaging, consumables, machinery, and indirect spend.

- Identify cost-saving opportunities through negotiation, alternate sourcing, value engineering, and contract optimization.

- Build long-term sourcing strategies for domestic and international suppliers.

Vendor Development & Management:

- Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, and cost competitiveness.

- Establish performance metrics (OTIF, quality, cost, responsiveness) and conduct regular supplier performance reviews.

- Develop alternate supplier base to mitigate supply risks.

- Drive supplier partnerships for innovation and continuous improvement.

Cost Optimization & Budget Management:

- Drive annual cost reduction targets and procurement efficiency initiatives.

- Monitor market trends, commodity fluctuations, and pricing benchmarks.

- Lead negotiations for high-value contracts and long-term agreements.

- Ensure effective working capital management through optimized inventory planning.

Operational Excellence:

- Ensure uninterrupted supply of materials to support production schedules.

- Collaborate closely with Production, Planning, Quality, and Finance teams.

- Strengthen procurement processes, SOPs, and compliance frameworks.

- Leverage ERP systems for demand planning, vendor management, and reporting.

Compliance & Governance:

- Ensure statutory compliance and adherence to company procurement policies.

- Implement robust internal controls and audit mechanisms.

- Drive ethical sourcing and sustainable procurement practices.

Team Leadership:

- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing procurement team.

- Foster a culture of accountability, performance orientation, and continuous improvement.

- Develop succession planning and capability enhancement initiatives.

Key Requirements:

- Bachelors degree in Engineering / Supply Chain / Commerce; MBA in Supply Chain or Operations preferred.

- 12-18 years of progressive experience in procurement, with at least 5+ years in a leadership role.

- Experience in manufacturing, print, packaging, textile, or customized production environments preferred.

- Strong negotiation, analytical, and strategic planning skills.

- Proven track record of cost optimization and supplier development.

- Experience managing large procurement spends and multiple vendor portfolios.

- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/Keka/Spine or equivalent).