Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Role Overview: Responsible for category management, supplier relationship management, value delivery, sustainability & resiliency of assigned categories of $10-100M+ in spend. Accountabilities: 1.Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans to ensure the procurement of high-quality materials at competitive prices. 2.Supplier Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts and ensuring compliance with company standards. 3.Financial Management: Monitor and control procurement budgets, identifying opportunities for cost savings, working capital and efficiency improvements. 4.Risk Management: Identify and mitigate price and/or continuity risks to ensure a resilient supply chain 5.Performance Reporting: Prepare and present procurement performance reports to senior management, highlighting key metrics and areas for improvement. Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: - Negotiation Skills: Ability to negotiate favorable terms with suppliers, ensuring the best value for the company while maintaining strong supplier relationships. - Analytical Abilities: Proficiency in analyzing market trends and supplier performance data to make informed procurement decisions. - Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers. - Strategic Thinking: Capability to develop and implement long-term procurement strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives. - Risk Management: Expertise in identifying potential risks in the supply chain and developing strategies to mitigate, ensuring a stable supply of materials or services Experience & Education: - Education: A Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is typically required. - Experience: A minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in procurement, with at least 2 years in a direct procurement role. Experience in the consumer packaged goods industry is highly preferred.

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Hersheys -  Senior Specialist - Category Procurement 

Job Description for Hersheys -  Senior Specialist - Category Procurement  in Hershey India in  Mumbai for (6-10) years of experience. Apply Now!