Executive - Procurement

Ashirvad by aliaxis; Cuttack; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashirvad by aliaxis is seeking an experienced procurement professional to lead strategic sourcing initiatives, manage supplier performance, and negotiate favorable contracts. The role focuses on cost reduction, quality improvements, and cross-functional collaboration with R&D, manufacturing, and finance.

The candidate should have 5–6 years in procurement, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with ERP and e-sourcing tools to drive continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• 5 to 6 years of relevant procurement experience.
• BTech or MBA preferred.
• Experience in tools, negotiation, and supplier management are essential.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement sourcing strategies for assigned categories to achieve cost savings, quality, and risk mitigation.
• Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, service, and capability; build strong supplier relationships.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving

Negotiation and contract management

Communication and interpersonal skills

Project management

Relationship building with suppliers

Integrity and professionalism

Education

BTech or MBA

Tools

ERP systems

e-sourcing platforms

Job description

• Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for assigned categories to achieve cost savings, quality improvements, and risk mitigation.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers and assess their capabilities.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, service, and capability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure continuous improvement in performance and cost.
• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and address any issues or non-conformance.
• Negotiation and Contract Management
• Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions, including pricing, delivery, and payment terms.
• Draft, review, and manage contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Work closely with internal stakeholders, including R&D, manufacturing, quality, and finance, to understand their requirements and ensure alignment with sourcing strategies.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to support new product development, cost reduction initiatives, and process improvements.
• Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and address supply chain disruptions to minimize impact on operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sourcing processes and tools. - Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and new technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and efficiency.
• Skills and Competencies
• Require 5 to 6 years of relavant experience in procurement.
• B Tech/ MBA
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Proficient in using procurement software and tools (e.g., ERP systems, e-sourcing platforms).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.

Roles And Responsibility

• Strategic Sourcing
• Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for assigned categories to achieve cost savings, quality improvements, and risk mitigation.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers and assess their capabilities.
• Supplier Management
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, service, and capability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure continuous improvement in performance and cost.
• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and address any issues or non-conformance.
• Negotiation and Contract Management
• Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions, including pricing, delivery, and payment terms.
• Draft, review, and manage contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Work closely with internal stakeholders, including R&D, manufacturing, quality, and finance, to understand their requirements and ensure alignment with sourcing strategies.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to support new product development, cost reduction initiatives, and process improvements.
• Risk Management
• Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and address supply chain disruptions to minimize impact on operations.
• Continuous Improvement
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sourcing processes and tools. - Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and new technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and efficiency.
• Skills and Competencies
• Require 5 to 6 years of relavant experience in procurement.
• B Tech/ MBA
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Proficient in using procurement software and tools (e.g., ERP systems, e-sourcing platforms).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.

Experience in material handling like tools & moulds, Extruder machines , injection moulding machines is must.