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Job Title: Sr. Purchase Engineer (From Pharmaceutical Industry)

Location: Mumbai-Ghatkopar

Department: Purchase

Experience: 3-5yrs in pharmaceuticals

Qualifications:

 Diploma / Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related field

Skills:

 Experience in pharmaceutical, automation, or equipment manufacturing industries.

 Familiarity with import/export documentation and procurement policies.

 Strategic thinker with a proactive and results-oriented mind-set.

 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

 Computer knowledge like Excel, Word, Power point.

 Detail-oriented with strong organisational and multitasking abilities.

Key Responsibilities:

 Handle purchase requisitions and procurement of raw materials, components, and services as per company requirements.

 Work with an ERP system to manage purchase orders, track inventory, and generate reports.

 Conduct market research and vendor analysis to identify cost-effective and reliable suppliers.

 Oversee the sourcing of materials, goods, and services to meet company requirements.

 Monitor market trends and conduct cost analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.

 Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors.

 Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards in procurement activities.

 Implement and optimise procurement processes for maximum efficiency.

 Prepare and maintain purchase records, price lists, and vendor agreements.

 Analyse and report on procurement metrics, performance, and budget adherence.

 Implement risk management strategies to address potential disruptions in the supply chain.

 Continuously evaluate and improve vendor performance and product quality.

 Participate in budget planning and contribute to cost management initiatives.

 Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement Management

• Oversee and manage the procurement of raw materials and packaging materials for cosmetic production.
• Identify, evaluate, and establish strong relationships with new and existing suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to ensure cost-effectiveness without compromising quality.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to maintain seamless production schedules.
• Conduct market research and attend trade fairs/exhibitions across India to source innovative products and stay updated on industry trends.

Production Coordination

• Collaborate with production teams to ensure availability of materials for efficient manufacturing.
• Develop and implement production schedules, optimizing processes to enhance efficiency and minimize waste.
• Coordinate with supply chain and logistics to ensure smooth material flow and inventory management.

Research and Development Support

• Work with the R&D team to identify and procure suitable raw materials for new product formulations.
• Stay updated on emerging trends in cosmetics and skincare to support innovation and development.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure that procured materials meet regulatory and company quality standards.
• Work closely with the quality control team to address any quality issues and implement corrective actions.

Budgeting and Cost Management

• Perform cost-benefit analyses to optimize spending and secure the best value.
• Conduct forecasting and variance analysis to align procurement with financial goals.
• Review and approve expenses related to procurement, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints.

Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, and supply chain, to meet organizational goals.
• Actively participate in team meetings, contributing insights and recommendations for improvement.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetology, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years in procurement in the cosmetics, beauty, or skincare industry.
• Strong knowledge of raw material and packaging material procurement.
• Proficiency in production scheduling, market research, and supplier negotiations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective vendor and team collaboration.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards in cosmetics production is an advantage.

Role Summary

·       Deliver Sourcing and Category Management for the Contingent Labor category in the Americas region (LATAM, US and Canada). Majority of spend is in the U.S.

·       Support development and execution regional category strategy and plan

·       Provide category thought leadership, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement

·       This position will be in India

Responsibilities

·       Manage team member activities including setting individual targets, team targets and performance monitoring

·       Analyze spend, identify opportunities and deliver programs that generate cost savings, contract improvements and risk mitigation

·       Develop and execute category strategies and plans in concert with the other functional teams (Recruiting, Finance, Legal, Sales & Delivery Teams)

·       Provide thought leadership and promote knowledge sharing process across all regions

·       Provide support to sales & delivery teams in responding to RFPs for procurement of Temp Labor.

·       Obtain support and agreement for procurement strategies from key stakeholders to ensure optimal compliance.

·       Work with internal stakeholders to identify and support their need for filling contingent labor roles

·       Initiate and manage Rfx’s (RFQ’s, RFI’s and RFP’s) related contract labor

·       Contract negotiation and implementation

·       Define and manage key supplier relationships to deliver improvement in performance, cost, service and quality. Responsible for Supplier Relationship Management program.

·       Measure supplier performance against contractual and service delivery targets.

·       Lead supplier review meetings with business stakeholders and suppliers to assess supplier performance and contract compliance and take corrective action as required. Promote vendor capabilities within the organization. Provide official communication to suppliers as necessary.

·       Negotiate Savings and best possible commercials across the contingent labor category. Track and report savings.

·       Establish and report on measurable performance metrics for all procurement activities including supplier performance, payment terms, contractual terms, savings, and spend under management

·       Establish and develop relationships with all key stakeholders: suppliers, internal customers; engaging with internal recruitment team, procurement, payables and other business stakeholders.

·       Assist in providing procurement solutions to our clients

·       Drive value added activities by implementing innovative strategies that both support and align with the organization’s priorities and goals

·       Develop and Manage the Supplier Diversity Initiative

Key Skills/Experience:

·       5+ years Procurement experience delivering contingent labor category sourcing/buying services, strategic sourcing, contract negotiation and supplier relationship management.

·       Advanced knowledge of the US contingent labor marketplace (e.g. suppliers, rates, labor laws, technology, rate benchmarking tools)

·       Exposure to contract laws, negotiation, market dynamics, commercial strategy, strategic sourcing, contract management and supply relationship management

·       Experience evaluating, selecting, and implementing a VMS technology

·       Strong communication skills and drive desired results within the organization

·       Excellent people management skills; Proficient in verbal communication, writing, time management, organizational and presentation skills

·       Ability to interact and influence at all levels

·       Excellent analytical and decision-making skills

·       Exceptionally strong work ethic displaying a mature, professional, service-oriented attitude with an ability to adjust quickly to change

·       Motivated, self-starter and achievement oriented

·       Demonstrated ability to build relationships / partnerships (internal and external), and ability to influence and drive change

·       Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel

·       Excellent negotiation, influence, mediation & conflict management skills

·       Bachelor’s Degree required, Advance degree and/or Contingent Labor certification a plus

1) Vendor Sourcing - Pre-Qualification and Evaluation process

2) Working knowledge of ERP / SAP

3) Should have techno-commercial knowledge on the following packages/items :-

   a) Low Side Electrical Package including direct procurement of high side Electrical items (DG, Transformer, Panels etc)

   b) Low side HVAC packages including direct procurement of high side HVAC items (Chillers, AHU, Pumps, Cooling Tower)

   c) Fire Fighting & Plumbing Packages

   d) Low Voltage (ELV) Packages like FA/PA/Access Control/BMS/Security, IT Packages

4) Heading techno-commercial negotiations

5) Preparation of various MIS, Reports and Other Strategic Procurement Documents

6) Management Of pan India Procurement activities

7) Responsible for drafting, review and finalization of agreements with Suppliers , Employers , Consulting agencies , Main Contract Agreements , Sub contractor agreements etc that are related to Engineering Projects & having good drafting skills.

8) Structuring the contracts, managing the contracts, their administration, remediation and compliance.

9) Post Award Contract Management : Rate Analysis, Settlement of claims by vendors etc.

10) Working knowledge about Arbitration Act and the Complying procedures of the same & having worked in full life cycle of an Arbitrations shall be an advantage.

11) Working knowledge about various conditions of Contract will be an added advantage.

12) Knowledge about terms & Conditions of Work orders.

Responsibilities and Duties

• To Lead and execute the whole of the procurement function or in parts for Commercial Interiors category as per company norms
• Responsible for purchase decisions that impact cost of purchase, quality of purchase and timeliness of delivery etc of the purchase in relation to commercial interiors
• Implement Industry best practices for Purchase / Procurement by implementing Processes including automation of purchase processes, creating and revising existing procedures and formats used for purchase, updating the database and enhancing vendor connect
• To ensure internal customer delight by timely processing of quotes received from the site / vendors, evaluation of vendors in the line of priority for cost/quality/delivery/process compliance etc, management of payment cycles, inventory management and implementing effective mechanisms in purchase management
• Managing team of procurement executives or offices and freshers wherever applicable to deliver the team objectives by managing team interactions effectively and in collaborative manner . Equally so to manage individual contributor role in procurement function
• Responsible for periodic purchase related MIS and relevant daily, weekly and monthly reports to the management

Our client is a Delhi based healthcare platform that is dedicated to Ayurveda and provides wellness solutions to its customers that is tailored and fine-tuned to their requirements. They have created a unique balance of Ayurvedic herbs and western medicine to come up with courses and medical advice which will not only rid their patients of the illness but also helps them bring the body back into balance.

Their services are available across the globe, with over 65% of their client base being from US, UK, and Canada. The company's primary focus is on Ayurveda and taking the ancient knowledge to anyone who wishes to bring back balance to their health and apply the tools in their everyday life.

As the SCM Manager, you will be managing procurement of product, packaging and services for all ongoing and future brand launches.

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