Senior Procurement Manager
Location
Chennai | India
Job description
Position: Senior Procurement Manager
Location: Office Location: Chennai India
Project Locations: Chittoor India / South Africa
About Us:
Vapour Desal Technologies is leading the charge in converting waste tyres into valuable commodities through advanced pyrolysis technology. Were dedicated to innovation sustainability and environmental stewardship as we expand globally with key projects in Chittoor India and South Africa.
Role Overview:
Were seeking a seasoned Senior Procurement Manager to lead our procurement operations and strategies supporting the expansion of our Batch Tyre Pyrolysis Plants. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in procurement supply chain management and strategic sourcing within the manufacturing energy or related sectors. This critical role requires a proactive leader who can navigate global markets to secure highquality materials and services at the s ensuring sustainability and ethical practices within the supply chain.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute procurement strategies that support company goals emphasizing costefficiency quality sustainability and risk management.
- Oversee the procurement department managing tasks related to purchasing supplier selection negotiations contract management and supply chain sustainability.
- Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers and partners worldwide ensuring they meet our standards for quality reliability and ethics.
- Work closely with project managers engineers and finance teams to predict needs procure essential materials on time and manage procurement budgets effectively.
- Lead continuous improvement efforts within the procurement process employing technology and best practices to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
- Ensure all procurement activities comply with international trade regulations environmental laws and corporate social responsibility standards.
- Manage and develop the procurement team setting goals evaluating performance and encouraging professional growth.
Benefits
Qualifications:
- Bachelor s degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration Engineering or a related field. A Master s degree or relevant professional certification (e.g. CIPS) is highly desirable.
- At least 10 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management including a minimum of 5 years in a senior management role preferably in the manufacturing energy or sustainable technology sectors.
- Proven skills in strategic sourcing contract negotiation and supplier management with a track record of achieving cost savings and efficiency improvements.
- Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities capable of handling complex projects and multitasking effectively.
- Excellent leadership communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead a diverse team and build strong internal and external relationships.
- A commitment to ethical procurement practices sustainability and corporate social responsibility.
- Willingness to travel as needed for supplier evaluation negotiation and relationship building.
Essential Qualifications and Skills: High school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor\'s degree in business or related field is a plus. Proven experience in sales, preferably in the audiovisual equipment industry. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent customer service and problem-solving abilities. Proficiency in using billing and inventory management systems. Basic understanding of audiovisual equipment and technology. Detail-oriented with a strong sense of accuracy. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Sales-driven with a passion for exceeding targets.
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