Deputy Manager

Encube Ethicals Limited; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Encube Ethicals Limited is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager / Manager – Procurement to lead Indirect and Project Procurement for Phase-2 and ASRS initiatives. The role collaborates with Engineering Projects, Finance, Quality, Operations and Management to ensure procurement planning, budgeting, and timely execution.

You will drive strategic sourcing, vendor development and techno-commercial evaluations, negotiate terms, and seek cost reductions while maintaining compliance with quality

Qualifications

• Engineering degree required with exposure to procurement and project sourcing.
• Experience in indirect and project procurement, preferably for engineering projects.
• Knowledge of techno-commercial evaluation, vendor management and negotiations.
• Strong cost-optimization and budget-alignment capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead Indirect and Project Procurement activities for Phase-2 and ASRS projects.
• Drive strategic sourcing, vendor development and negotiations.
• Manage RFQ processes, evaluations, vendor comparisons and finalization.
• Lead price negotiations, cost reduction and value optimization.
• Track budgets, savings, MIS, PR/PO status and procurement performance.
• Ensure procurement aligns with approved project budgets and timelines.
• Coordinate with Engineering Projects, Finance, Quality, Operations and Management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and quality requirements.
• Provide regular updates on procurement status and timelines.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Negotiation

Commercial Management

Vendor Development

Vendor Performance Management

Project Procurement

Techno-Commercial Evaluation

Cost Reduction

Budget Management

Procurement Planning

PR/PO processes

SAP S/4HANA

Procurement MIS & Data Analysis

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

Communication

Decision Making

Multiple Project Timelines

Education

Engineering Graduate

Procurement / Supply Chain Certification

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

Job Description

Position Details

Job Title: Assistant Manager / Manager Phase-2 & ASRS Procurement
Department: Purchase / Procurement
Location: HO Mumbai
Experience: 911 Years
Educational Qualification: Engineering Graduate

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Manager / Manager – Procurement to lead Indirect and Project Procurement activities for Phase-2 and ASRS projects. The role will be responsible for strategic sourcing, vendor development, techno-commercial evaluation, negotiations, cost optimization, and ensuring timely procurement aligned with project requirements.

The position will work closely with Engineering Projects, Finance, Quality, Operations, and Management to ensure effective procurement planning, budget control, project execution, and timely completion of procurement activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Indirect and Project Procurement activities, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and compliant procurement.
• Drive strategic sourcing and vendor development across relevant procurement categories.
• Manage RFQ processes, techno-commercial evaluations, vendor comparisons, and commercial finalization.
• Lead price negotiations, cost reduction, and value optimization initiatives.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure procurement is aligned with approved project budgets.
• Manage the complete PR-to-PO procurement cycle, ensuring timely closure of requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, including:
  • Vendor identification and selection
  • Vendor performance evaluation
  • Vendor development
  • Issue resolution and commercial discussions
• Coordinate with Engineering Projects, Finance, Quality, Operations, and Management for procurement planning and execution.
• Monitor project procurement schedules and ensure timely availability of materials, equipment, and services.
• Track procurement budgets, savings, MIS, PR/PO status, and overall procurement performance.
• Support project teams in resolving procurement-related issues and bottlenecks.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, quality requirements, and applicable procedures.
• Provide regular updates to management on procurement status, savings, vendor performance, budgets, and project timelines.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong Strategic Sourcing, Negotiation & Commercial Management skills.
• Expertise in Vendor Development, Performance Management & Relationship Management.
• Strong experience in Project Procurement and Techno-Commercial Evaluation.
• Proven ability in Cost Reduction, Value Optimization and Budget Management.
• Strong understanding of Procurement Planning and PR/PO processes.
• Working knowledge of SAP S/4HANA and procurement systems.
• Strong capability in Procurement MIS, reporting and data analysis.
• Good leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement activities and project timelines simultaneously.

Educational Qualification

• Engineering Graduate from a recognized university/institute.
• Relevant procurement/supply chain certification would be an added advantage.

Experience

• 9–11 years of relevant experience in Procurement / Purchase.
• Strong experience in Project Procurement, Indirect Procurement and Engineering/Capex-related procurement.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, vendor management, techno-commercial evaluation and negotiations is preferred.