Lead Raw Material Procurement

Job Purpose:

• The executive will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring essential raw materials for all the plant locations. This includes supplier identification, contract negotiation, long-term strategic sourcing, inventory control, and close coordination with the logistics and production teams to ensure cost-effective and timely material availability.

Key Responsibilities:

Sourcing and Supplier Management

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers for raw materials.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure a stable supply chain.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure quality and compliance with company standards.

Procurement Process Management

• Prepare and process purchase orders for raw materials.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure optimal stock without overstocking.
• Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams for timely delivery and storage.

Market Intelligence and Strategy

• Conduct market research to stay informed about market trends, pricing, and availability of raw materials.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to minimize costs and mitigate risks.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to procurement activities.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with the production, quality control, and R&D teams to understand raw material requirements.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on procurement goals and objectives.
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on procurement activities and performance.

Key Skills:

• Responsible for Power and Distribution Transformer Radiators and other Fabricated parts.
• Develop strategies to achieve the business’s vision, mission and objectives. Prepare annual operating plans that support strategic direction and correlate with the annual operating budget.
• Develop and monitor Strategy & its implementation to ensure long term financial viability & growth of the business.
• Oversee operations to ensure the highest standards of production efficiency, quality, service and cost-effective management of resources.
• Conversant with industry, best practices in the areas of pre- treatment, sheet metal forming including roll forming, various types of Welding including Seam\Spot\TIG\Co2, various painting processes, hot dip galvanizing etc.
• Should be able to re-align the manufacturing lines for optimum quality and productivity involving possible automation.
• Able to build sustainable mutually beneficial relationships with the key customers amongst the domestic transformer manufacturers, also play a key role in developing overseas markets.
• Support sales function to increase business pipeline / create a presence in market.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of industry regulations and standards related to raw material procurement.
• Decision making ability
• Good communication and leadership abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, complex global sourcing environment
• Emotional maturity and stakeholder management
• High level of integrity and accountability

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferably a Chemical Engineer) or a Chemistry Graduate. MBA in Supply Chain Management or equivalent is desirable.
• 15–20 years in raw material procurement, especially in fertilizers, bulk chemicals, agrochemicals or petrochemicals Industry.
• Deep understanding of market trends, supplier management, and procurement best practices to ensure the timely and cost- effective supply of quality raw materials.
• Strong knowledge of maritime logistics, including marine insurance, international freight, and maritime laws, is essential given the scale and nature of sourcing involved.
• Demonstrated expertise in negotiating high-value, long-term contracts (covering 92–95% of procurement) as well as spot purchases.
• Proficient in ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and procurement analytics tools for data-driven decision-making.