Associate – Commodity Sourcing

r3 Consultant; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

r3 Consultant is seeking an Associate – Commodity Sourcing in Bengaluru, Karnataka. This entry-level role entails processing Purchase Orders and ensuring timely procurement operations by coordinating with various teams and vendors.

The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree in Commerce and have 2-3 years of experience in procurement or supply chain. Proficiency in SAP and MIS reporting is crucial for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in procurement, supply chain, or MIS roles.
• Familiarity with procurement operations and coordination-heavy roles.
• Exposure to ERP systems and vendor coordination is advantageous.
• Hands-on experience with SAP is mandatory.
• Understanding of master data management (MDM) processes is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, verify, and process Purchase Orders (POs).
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for procurement execution.
• Support new vendor onboarding and maintain vendor codes.
• Work on SAP for PO creation and compliance.
• Maintain and publish daily and weekly MIS reports.

Skills

MIS & Data Management

Excel (Core Skill)

ERP Knowledge

Stakeholder Coordination

Attention to Detail

Communication

Execution Focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (B.Com preferred)

Tools

SAP

ARIBA

Job description

Job Title: Associate – Commodity Sourcing

Location: Kirloskar Business Park in Bengaluru, Karnataka

Department: CSMO

Reporting To: General Manager – Commodity Sourcing

About The Role

This is an entry-level role within the raw material procurement team, focused on ensuring timely and accurate processing of Purchase Orders (POs) and supporting end-to-end procurement operations. The role involves significant coordination with internal stakeholders, vendors, and plants, along with maintaining strong MIS and system accuracy (SAP/ERP). The incumbent will contribute to seamless procurement execution and material availability.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Procurement & PO Management: Prepare, verify, and process Purchase Orders (POs) based on indents received from plants. Upload and manage PO approvals in the system and procurement portals. Support vendor costing collection and comparison for procurement decisions. Ensure timely PO clearance and accuracy in documentation.
• Coordination & Execution: Coordinate with cross-functional teams including Logistics, Quality, Finance, R&D, and Production for smooth procurement execution. Liaise with plants and vendors to ensure timely material availability. Follow up with vendors for timely dispatch and delivery of materials. Manage replacement of rejected or defective materials in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
• Vendor & Master Data Management: Support new vendor onboarding, including documentation and system updates. Create and maintain vendor codes and item (material) codes in the system. Update and manage MDM (Master Data Management) for procurement-related records.
• Systems & Process Adherence: Work on SAP for PO creation, tracking, and invoicing alignment. Participate in procurement workflows (e.g., ARIBA or similar platforms). Ensure compliance with procurement processes and system protocols.
• MIS & Reporting: Maintain and publish daily and weekly MIS reports on PO status and procurement activities. Track key metrics such as pending POs, approval delays, and fulfillment timelines. Maintain trackers and dashboards for end-to-end procurement visibility. Identify bottlenecks, discrepancies, and delays through data analysis. Provide data inputs to support operational and planning decisions.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (B.Com preferred)

Profile

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in procurement, supply chain, or MIS roles.
• Familiarity with procurement operations and coordination-heavy roles.
• Exposure to ERP systems and vendor coordination is advantageous.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with SAP (mandatory).
• Exposure to procurement platforms such as ARIBA or similar tools.
• Prior experience or internship in FMCG / manufacturing setup.
• Understanding of master data management (MDM) processes.

Skills & Competencies Required

• MIS & Data Management: Strong ability to track, organize, and interpret operational data.
• Excel (Core Skill): Ability to manage datasets, build trackers, and create basic dashboards.
• ERP Knowledge: Working familiarity with SAP and procurement systems.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Strong follow-up and collaboration skills across teams and vendors.
• Attention to Detail: High accuracy in PO processing and data management.
• Communication: Good spoken and written English. Ability to interact effectively with internal teams and external vendors.
• Execution Focus: Strong ownership of timelines and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Key Success Metrics

• Timeliness and accuracy of PO processing.
• Efficiency in vendor and stakeholder coordination.
• Quality and reliability of MIS reporting.
• Reduction in delays, discrepancies, and process gaps.System accuracy.