Procurement Executive at Godrej Consumer Products Limited

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the RFQ, RFP, RFI process
• Research vendors to determine best options and make recommendations by evaluating total cost and quality of indirect materials and services;
• Source suppliers, develop suppliers, and build mutual beneficial relationships with suppliers;
• Develop strategic sourcing / purchasing plans that support the future profitability of the business;
• Analyze current spend and find areas to improve service, reduce costs, and streamline purchasing procedures;
• Highly involved with sourcing and procuring capital equipment and requirements related to MRO supplies.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for highest spend, greatest complexity, and most critical/strategic categories;
• Ensure tactical execution of purchasing activities to meet routine business needs;
• Identify and leverage company-wide spend opportunities;
• Manage complex projects from conception through implementation, including change management
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their procurement needs and provide guidance on sourcing strategies
• Conduct regular supplier performance evaluations and address any issues or concerns to maintain a high level of service quality.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, reports, and documentation for audit purposes.
• Create purchase orders in SAP or other purchasing systems

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Professional certifications in procurement (e.g., CIPS) will be an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of sourcing experience in a range of indirect spend categories
• Significant expertise in contract negotiation and supplier relationship management
• Excellent problem solving, communication, and influencing skills within a matrix environment
• Advanced and proven knowledge of procurement industry cost structures and drivers
• General knowledge of applicable sourcing, planning, and logistics laws and regulations
• Familiarity with SAP or other procurement software systems is highly desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint