Manager - Procurement - Logistics Service Firm

Job Description 

- An exciting opportunity for people in one of the leading Logistics & distribution industry

- Be a part of one of the leading organization in 3PL sector.

Client Details

Our client is one of Europe's leading logistics service companies with a turnover of 4.8 billion globally, having a presence in across 610+ locations with a strong presence in the Chemical industry.

Description

- Manage the entire process in the planning of commodities procurement and supply chain activities, inventory control, logistics and distribution, customs clearance, ensuring effectively-functioning processes to avoid costly delays and lost opportunities.

- Ensure effective lines of communication to ensure timely delivery of commodities using the most appropriate procurement procedures.

- Be responsible for introducing process improvements in the supply chain and identify new vendors/suppliers without jeopardizing quality and service delivery.

- Establish and implement a monitoring system that ensures that the prices paid for commodities are in line with local market prices.

- Develop and manage the rosters of suppliers, elaborate supplier selection, and evaluation, quality and performance measurement mechanisms

- Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual procurement plans and progress reports as required

- Ensure transparent and competitive procurements are conducted and properly documented as required, and in compliance with DFID s/he plans, organizes and leads the bid solicitation process including drafting and issuing RFQ, RFP, RFI, Tenders, developing bid evaluation criteria and guiding clients on processes involved; call for and oversee selection committees to review applications and select vendors s/he ensures the integrity of the competitive process, facilitates bidder debriefings where necessary, and exercises appropriate judgment and tact while ensuring to protect confidential information.

- Prepare service delivery contracts, leases and purchase orders for all acquisition needs.

- Maintain procurement files including all relevant documentation and vendor tracking system s/he will maintain all the relevant information concerning the organization's suppliers;

- Manage vendor contracts and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure completeness of deliverables outlined in the contract this includes ensuring that all vendor complaints and concerns are addressed promptly to ensure that the project continues to receive uninterrupted services at all times.

Profile

- At least 4-5 years of experience

- Strong leadership, analytical and organizational skills; demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a team, assess priorities, and manage multiple activities with attention to detail, meeting tight deadlines under pressure.

- Excellent problem-solving capacity, with demonstrated ability for considerable analysis and sound judgment to find solutions in a complex environment with shifting and competing priorities.

- Excellent cross-cultural communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills demonstrated by the ability to interact professionally with culturally and linguistically diverse staff, stakeholders, clients, and consultants.

- Advanced Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Excel spreadsheets, word processing, power point, and electronic mail).

Job Offer

- Be part of a meritocratic environment with great career progression opportunities.

- Work in a growing environment with accomplished individuals from diverse backgrounds.

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Contact - Nishita Shah - +91 (0) 22 4236 3358

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