Location Details:
Thrissur, Kerala
(Should be a native of Kerala)
Salary Details
Salary: As per market standards
Food and accommodation can be provided for the right candidate. TA,DA and other allowances with incentives and statutory bonus also part of the perks.
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
- Proven experience in procurement management, with at least 10 years in a leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of procurement principles, practices, and techniques, including sourcing, contracting, and supplier management.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
- Proficiency in procurement software and tools, as well as MS Office Suite.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities, including team management, coaching, and development.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Job Description
For a large retail business group:
Position: Procurement Head
Location: Thrissur (Should be a native of Kerala)
Gender: Male
Experience: Proven experience in procurement management, with at least 10 years in a leadership role.
Qualification: Bachelor's Degree
Communication Skill: MultilingualÂ
Salary: As per market standards
Food and accommodation can be provided for the right candidate. TA,DA and other allowances with incentives and statutory bonus also part of the perks.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
- Lead the procurement team, providing guidance, direction, and support to ensure optimal performance and productivity.
- Identify potential suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and establish strong relationships to ensure a diverse and reliable vendor base.
- Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure favourable terms, pricing, and conditions.
- Monitor market trends, pricing, and availability of goods and services to make informed procurement decisions and optimize cost savings.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including departments such as finance, operations, and quality assurance, to understand their procurement requirements and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
- Develop and maintain procurement policies, procedures, and documentation to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
- Implement and utilize procurement software and systems to streamline processes, track inventory, and generate reports for analysis and decision-making.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations of suppliers to assess their performance, address any issues, and drive continuous improvement.
- Stay updated on industry best practices, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes relevant to procurement, and incorporate them into procurement strategies and practices.
