Manager / Sr. Manager - Procurement

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organisational goals and budgets.
  
• Establish robust procurement policies, SOPs, and governance mechanisms to ensure transparency and compliance.
  
• Forecast procurement needs in coordination with department heads (Broadcast, IT, Engineering, Digital, Admin, etc.).
  

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard vendors, ensuring quality, cost, and delivery benchmarks.
  
• Negotiate long-term contracts, rate agreements, and service-level terms to maximise value.
  
• Build strong vendor relationships and monitor performance through defined KPIs.
  

• Oversee end-to-end procurement lifecycle — requisition, evaluation, negotiation, purchase order, and delivery.
  
• Monitor inventory and ensure timely replenishment to avoid operational disruptions.
  
• Leverage automation and ERP systems for procurement efficiency and data accuracy.
  

• Drive cost optimisation initiatives while maintaining quality standards.
  
• Prepare and monitor procurement budgets, ensuring adherence to financial discipline.
  
• Analyse market trends and pricing to support informed purchasing decisions.
  
  

• Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement team for enhanced performance and capability building.
  
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with Finance, Admin, IT, and Technical departments.
  
• Promote a culture of accountability, ethics, and continuous improvement.
  

Requirements

• Strong negotiation, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
  
• Proven track record of strategic sourcing and vendor management.
  
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  
• Proficiency in ERP systems, procurement analytics, and MS Office tools.
  
• Ability to handle multi-category procurement (broadcast equipment, IT,
  infrastructure, services, etc.).

• Qualification: Graduate in Engineering/Commerce/Management. MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain or Operations preferred.
  
• Experience: 10–18 years of experience in Procurement & Supply Chain, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
  
• Industry Preference: Media & Entertainment, Broadcast, Telecom, or Large-Scale Corporate Setups.
  
  

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.
  
• Ethical, detail-oriented, and process-driven.
  
• Ability to thrive under pressure and handle multiple priorities.
  
• Collaborative leader with a results-oriented mindset.