Manager - Procurement

Cushman & Wakefield; Surat; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Manager - Procurement to lead end-to-end purchasing activities in Surat, India. You will source vendors, evaluate bids, negotiate terms, and issue POs while tracking delivery and performance.

You will collaborate with operations, technical, and finance teams to meet project timelines, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with policies and audits. This role emphasizes continuous improvement in procurement processes and vendor management.

Qualifications

• End-to-end procurement experience from RFQ to PO and delivery tracking.
• Source and develop qualified vendors for operations, technical, and project needs.
• Conduct techno-commercial evaluations, negotiations, and cost optimization.

Responsibilities

• Manage complete procurement cycle including RFQs, bid evals, and POs.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules and SLAs with vendors.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and audit requirements.
• Coordinate with operations, finance, and project teams on requirements and timelines.
• Maintain vendor database and track procurement budgets for cost savings.
• Prepare procurement MIS reports and spend analyses.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Negotiation

RFQ

Budgeting

Contract review

Job description

Job Title

Manager - Procurement

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Manage the complete procurement cycle, including RFQ preparation, bid evaluation, negotiations, purchase order issuance, and delivery tracking.

• Source and develop qualified vendors and service providers for operational, technical, and project-related requirements.
• Obtain competitive quotations and conduct techno-commercial evaluations to achieve cost-effective procurement.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, and service level agreements with vendors.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, approval matrices, and audit requirements.
• Coordinate with operations, technical, finance, and project teams to understand procurement requirements and timelines.
• Monitor vendor performance and maintain an approved vendor database.
• Track procurement budgets and identify opportunities for cost savings and value engineering.
• Review contracts, agreements, and work orders in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain procurement documentation, including RFQs, comparative statements, purchase orders, contracts, invoices, and vendor records.
• Ensure timely closure of procurement activities and resolution of supply-related issues.
• Support annual budgeting, CAPEX procurement, and inventory planning activities.
• Prepare procurement MIS reports, spend analysis, and management presentations.
• Facilitate internal and external audits by maintaining proper records and compliance documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes and vendor management practices.

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”