Asst. Manager – Procurements

United Way Of Bengaluru; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

United Way Of Bengaluru is seeking an Assistant Manager Procurement responsible for end-to-end procurement activities, including vendor sourcing and negotiation. You will ensure the timely availability of materials/services while maintaining compliance and cost-effectiveness.

The role involves managing procurement documentation, optimizing inventory, and coordinating with various stakeholders. Strong negotiation skills and a focus on supplier performance are essential. Join us in making a difference in procurement practices!

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement of materials, services, and capital items as per business requirements.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop vendors and suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and payment terms to achieve cost savings.
• Raise and track Purchase Orders (POs) and ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (production, projects, finance, stores).
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve delivery or quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and statutory requirements.
• Maintain procurement documentation, MIS, and reports.
• Support inventory optimization and cost-control initiatives.
• Assist in annual budgeting and forecasting for procurement.

Job description

Job Summary

The Assistant Manager Procurement is responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities including vendor sourcing, negotiation, purchase order management, and cost optimization. The role ensures timely availability of materials/services while maintaining quality, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage procurement of materials, services, and capital items as per business requirements
• Identify, evaluate, and develop vendors and suppliers
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and payment terms to achieve cost savings
• Raise and track Purchase Orders (POs) and ensure timely delivery
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (production, projects, finance, stores)
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve delivery or quality issues
• Ensure compliance with company policies and statutory requirements
• Maintain procurement documentation, MIS, and reports
• Support inventory optimization and cost-control initiatives
• Assist in annual budgeting and forecasting for procurement