Procurement Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Handle complete procurement for academic, admin, IT, transport, housekeeping & facility items.
• Evaluate PRs, prepare POs, and ensure timely deliveries.
• Identify, onboard & manage vendors; negotiate best pricing and contracts.
• Maintain procurement documentation, compliance, and vendor performance reports..
• Monitor stock levels, reduce costs, and ensure uniform quality across all campuses
• Coordinate with School Principals, HODs, Finance, IT, Transport & Maintenance teams.
• Lead day-to-day purchasing operations efficiently and effectively.

Skills & Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in procurement/purchasing, with 2+ years in a managerial role. Experience in Education/School/University sector preferred.
• Strong negotiation, vendor management, contract handling & cost-saving skills.
• Good knowledge of school/university procurement, government norms, and compliance.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Office & ERP systems.
• Graduation, Operations, or related field preferred.

Strong Procurement Leadership Profile from Steel / Mining / heavy-industry background

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Mandatory (Experience 1): Must have 15+ years of overall procurement experience, with the recent 7+ years in Steel, Mining, Metals, or related heavy industries

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Mandatory (Experience 2): Must have strong experience in strategic sourcing, vendor management, negotiations, and cost reduction

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Mandatory (Experience 3): Must have experience managing large-value procurement and complex supplier ecosystems

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Mandatory (Experience 4): Must have experience developing and executing procurement strategies aligned with business and project requirements

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Mandatory (Experience 5): Must have experience managing purchase contracts, commercial terms, and supplier performance, and developing alternate/backup sources

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Mandatory (Experience 6): Must have proven ability to lead and mentor procurement teams and drive measurable savings.

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Mandatory (Skill 1): Must have strong commercial, analytical, and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally (Projects, Operations, Finance, Stores, Engineering)

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Mandatory (Skill 2): Must have experience monitoring procurement budgets, savings, and key procurement KPIs, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and governance

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Mandatory (Industry): Must come from a Steel or Mining industry background (Metals / heavy industry acceptable)

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Mandatory (Education): B.Tech is mandatory

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Mandatory (Note): This role is for the Indian Subsidiary of AIG - Afrzen

Responsibilities:

• Handle procurement of engineering materials, components, and equipment.
• Identify and negotiate with vendors/suppliers.
• Generate and manage Purchase Orders (POs).
• Compare quotations and prepare comparative statements.
• Coordinate with suppliers for delivery, quality, and payment terms.
• Maintain purchase records and vendor documentation.
• Monitor inventory requirements and ensure timely material availability.
• Coordinate with Production, Stores, Quality, and Engineering teams.
• Develop new vendors and maintain existing vendor relationships.
• Follow company procurement policies and cost-control measures.

Required Skills:

• Procurement / Purchase
• Vendor Management
• Negotiation
• Purchase Order (PO)
• RFQ / Quotation Management
• Vendor Development
• Cost Analysis
• Inventory Management
• MS Excel
• ERP/SAP knowledge
• Engineering materials/components knowledge

Purchase Engineer / Purchase Executive

Company: Vardhaman Plastochem Pvt. Ltd.

Location: Govandi, Mumbai

Experience: 2–5 Years

Industry: Plastic / Manufacturing

Shift: 10–12 Hours

Education: Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Summary:

We are looking for a Purchase Engineer / Purchase Executive with 2–5 years of experience in the plastic or manufacturing industry. The candidate will be responsible for sourcing materials, vendor development, purchase coordination, negotiation, and ensuring timely availability of materials as per production requirements.

Job Description:

• Manage procurement of raw materials, consumables, spare parts, and engineering items.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable vendors and suppliers.
• Obtain quotations, compare prices, negotiate rates, and finalize purchase orders.
• Coordinate with production, stores, maintenance, and accounts teams for purchase requirements.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials as per production schedules.
• Monitor purchase orders, pending orders, delivery schedules, and supplier performance.
• Maintain purchase records, vendor data, quotations, and documentation.
• Follow up with suppliers regarding quality, quantity, and delivery issues.
• Support cost reduction and alternative vendor development.
• Ensure procurement as per company quality and commercial requirements.

Requirements:

• Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 2–5 years of experience in Purchase/Procurement, preferably in the Plastic/Manufacturing industry.
• Good knowledge of vendor management, sourcing, negotiation, and purchase processes.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Good knowledge of MS Excel and purchase documentation.
• Willingness to work 10–12 hour shifts.

Starbond is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Supply Chain Manager to oversee the end-to-end operations of our eCommerce supply chain. This remote position requires a dynamic individual with a strong background in supply chain management, particularly within the eCommerce sector, who is eager to contribute to our fast-growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Supply Chain Management: Oversee end-to-end eCommerce supply chain operations, ensuring smooth procurement to customer delivery.
• Outsourced Manufacturing: Manage and coordinate outsourced manufacturing operations, ensuring alignment with company standards, quality, and timelines.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with internal teams (Purchasing, Marketing and Sales) and external partners (suppliers, freight forwarders) for resource optimization and profitability.
• Performance Measurement: Identify reporting needs and deliver concise, accurate reports. Lead the team in implementing best practices and measuring performance using KPIs.
• Data Reporting: Prepare clear, informative business reports for colleagues and management.
• Warehouse & Logistics Expertise: Act as a subject matter expert, aiding in KPI compliance across warehouse functions.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive process enhancements, accuracy improvements, and supply chain efficiency through the development, maintenance and upkeep of SOPs.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure products meet customer expectations upon leaving the warehouse.
• Technology Oversight: Implement and Manage eCommerce supply chain (MRP, ERP, WMS, KATANA and EDI) tech and fulfilment network.
• Cost-Efficient Distribution: Optimize distribution and freight practices.
• Inventory Management: Monitor and optimize inventory levels.
• Cost Studies: Lead cost reduction studies and seek ongoing improvement opportunities.
• Professional Growth: Stay updated on industry trends and best practices.

Qualifications (Mandatory)

• eCommerce Supply Chain Experience: 4+ years of experience.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business or Transportation & Logistics.
• Warehouse Knowledge: Strong understanding of warehouse processes.
• Certification: Certified Six Sigma Black Belt or higher.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
• Project Leadership: Demonstrated project leadership and issue resolution.
• Communication Skills: Strong written, verbal, and presentation abilities.
• Problem-Solving: Quick and sound judgment in issue resolution.
• Adaptability: Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Organization & Decision-Making: Exceptional organizational and decision-making skills.
• Data Analysis: Proficiency in data analysis tools, including Google Sheets and MS Excel.
• Results-Driven: Proactive approach, driven by results, and willing to take ownership of challenges.

Working Hours: Pacific Standard Hours (night shift)

Company Website: https://starbond.com/

Location: Chennai (On-site)

Experience: Minimum 2+ years in e-commerce operations

About the Company

A leading premium menswear brand with a strong omni-channel presence across India. The company is known for its high-quality apparel and growing e-commerce footprint via its own platform and leading marketplaces.

Role Overview

The Ecommerce Manager – Operations will be responsible for ensuring seamless marketplace operations, catalog accuracy, supply chain coordination, and operational excellence across platforms. This role requires strong analytical skills, vendor management capabilities, and hands-on execution to support digital growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Marketplace Operations: Manage daily operations across Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra, Ajio, TataCliq, and other marketplaces.
• Catalog Management: Oversee product listings, SKU creation, stock updates, and campaign readiness.
• Order Fulfillment: Coordinate with supply chain teams to ensure timely dispatches, inventory accuracy, and smooth customer experience.
• Vendor & Partner Coordination: Liaise with marketplace SPOCs, logistics partners, and internal teams for operational efficiency.
• Performance Monitoring: Track KPIs including order accuracy, turnaround time, returns, and reconciliation.
• Process Optimization: Identify gaps, streamline workflows, and implement automation for efficiency.
• Compliance & Reporting: Ensure adherence to marketplace policies and generate weekly/monthly operational reports.

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of e-commerce operations and marketplace workflows
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel; familiarity with ERP/e-commerce tools preferred
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving orientation
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work on-site in Chennai with cross-functional teams

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, or related field
• MBA preferred but not mandatory

Note: The interested professionals with relevant experience should be currently based in South India.

Role Overview

• Position: Merchandiser - Plush Toys
• Location: Greater Noida (Work from Office)
• Experience & CTC: 4–6 Years
• Education: Graduate (Textile preferred)
• Core Objective: Manage end-to-end order execution—from buyer communication and product costing to sampling, production tracking, quality compliance, and timely export shipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Buyer & Account Management: Serve as the primary contact for buyer inquiries, quotations, order confirmations, and relationship management.
• Sampling & Costing: Oversee sample development/approvals and build detailed product costing sheets to meet target gross margins.
• Sourcing & Production: Coordinate with sourcing for fabrics, fillings, and trims, while monitoring factory production schedules to prevent delays.
• Quality & Logistics: Partner with QA to enforce safety and product standards, and coordinate with export/logistics teams for final documentation and dispatch.

Key Requirements & Skills

• Technical: Strong background in plush/soft toys or textiles, product costing, sourcing, production tracking, export documentation, MS Excel, and ERP systems.
• Behavioral: High attention to detail, negotiation skills, multi-order management, and strong cross-functional coordination.

Knowledge / Experience

· 7+ years of experience in SAP MM functional consulting with strong domain expertise in procurement processes.

· Hands-on experience in SAP MM and SAP Ariba Supply Chain Collaboration implementation, configuration, and support.

· Strong understanding of procurement, inventory management, and supplier collaboration end-to-end processes.

· Proven experience working with Purchase Orders (PO), Goods Receipt (GR), Invoice Verification (IV), ASN processing, and supplier collaboration workflows.

· Experience working in SAP ECC and/or SAP S/4HANA environments with knowledge of end-to-end procurement cycles.

· Good understanding of EDI, IDocs, APIs, and supplier integration mechanisms across SAP landscapes.

· Experience in requirements gathering, solution design, system configuration, testing, and production support.

· Strong knowledge of supply chain operations, procurement lifecycle, and supplier engagement processes.

· Exposure to Agile methodologies and SAP implementation frameworks is preferred.

· Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and deliver within structured project environments.

Key Leadership Competencies (4-6)

Note: Competencies selected should be job-related

· Drives Results

· Tech Savvy

· Action Oriented

· Building Collaborative Relationships 

· Understanding the Business 

· Managing Execution 

Role / Responsibilities

• Own functional configuration and implementation of Oracle Fusion Cloud Procurement, Supplier, Inventory, and Product Information Management (PIM/PDH) modules.
• Manage the complete Procure-to-Pay (P2P) lifecycle, including requisitions, purchase orders, receipts, and 2/3/4-way invoice matching.
• Configure and support Self-Service Procurement (SSP), Sourcing, Procurement Contracts, and BPM approval hierarchies.
• Manage the end-to-end Supplier lifecycle, including supplier and supplier-site setup, Supplier Portal onboarding, Supplier Qualification, and Blanket/Contract Purchase Agreements.
• Configure and support Inventory Management, including inventory organizations, subinventories, locators, material status, transfers, shipping networks, FOB points, reservations, and on-hand tracking.
• Manage PIM/Item Management, including item classes, attributes, templates, catalogs, categories, item structures/BOMs, and New Item Request (NIR) workflows.
• Handle item data migration using FBDI/ADFDi and support data validation and reconciliation.
• Perform requirement gathering, fit-gap analysis, solution design, and functional documentation.
• Work with technical teams on RICE objects, including functional requirements, specifications, interfaces, conversions, reports, and extensions.
• Perform functional unit testing and support CRP, SIT, and UAT cycles.
• Troubleshoot interface and ESS errors, support data migration activities, and manage Oracle Support SRs.
• Support implementation and post-production application support lifecycles.
• Conduct end-user training and prepare functional documentation and training materials.
• Provide functional guidance on Cost Management, including standard/average costing and landed cost, where required.

Industry: Solid Wood Furniture Manufacturing

Reporting to: Transformation Head

Location: Jaipur - Mahindra World City - Bagrur, Ajmer Road (multi-plant environment)

Looking for a candidate who has handled projects in manufacturing / Industrial Sector.

Role Purpose

The Transformation PMO will support and drive execution of a multi-year business transformation program aimed at scaling the organisation by 5X.

This is a high-energy, execution-oriented role for an early-career professional who can bring rigour, follow-through, and structure to multiple transformation initiatives, while working closely with senior

leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Transformation Execution

• Drive day-to-day execution of multiple transformation initiatives across operations, supply chain, ERP, sales, exports, domestic expansion, and cost optimization

• Break high-level initiatives into clear tasks, milestones, owners, and timelines

• Ensure timely closure of actions through rigorous follow-up PMO Governance & Tracking

• Maintain a central transformation plan and trackers

• Track milestones, dependencies, risks, and benefits

• Highlight slippages early and propose corrective actions

Senior Leadership Coordination

• Coordinate with senior leaders across Operations, Finance, Sales, Supply Chain, IT, and HR

• Act as a neutral execution enabler who can push, remind, and escalate diplomatically

• Prepare structured inputs for leadership

Reporting & Communication

• Prepare weekly progress updates and monthly leadership decks

• Maintain risk and issue logs with clear ownership and mitigation plans

Risk & Dependency Management

• Identify cross-functional dependencies and execution bottlenecks

• Proactively flag risks related to decisions, capacity, or timelines

• Track mitigation actions to closure

Ad-hoc Strategic Support

• Support leadership with data analysis, process documentation, workshops, and vendor coordination

• Act as a hands-on problem solver, not just a tracker

Candidate Profile

Experience

• 2–3 years of total work experience

• Exposure to PMO, consulting, operations excellence, transformation, or project execution roles preferred

• Manufacturing, supply chain, or ERP exposure is an advantage but not mandatory

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or related field

• MBA / PGDM (Operations, Strategy, General Management) preferred but not mandatory

Skills & Competencies

Must-Have

• Strong execution and follow-up discipline

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Comfort engaging with senior management

• Ability to manage multiple parallel workstreams

• Strong structuring, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint

Behavioural Traits

• High energy, ownership mindset, and drive

• Comfortable pushing timelines respectfully

• Proactive, resilient, and solution-oriented

• Learns fast and operates well in ambiguit

Role Positioning

• High-visibility role with close exposure to CEO / COO