Procurement Department Manager

Randstad India; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad India in Mumbai is seeking an Assistant Manager - Procurement to oversee sourcing, vendor relationships, and procurement operations ensuring timely availability of goods and services. You will lead category planning, supplier negotiations, and policy-compliant purchasing processes.

The role demands strong stakeholder engagement, sharp analytical skills, and disciplined execution with a focus on cost optimization, risk mitigation, and robust supplier partnerships to support business

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of experience in procurement.
• MBA or PGDM in Supply Chain or Operations.
• Strong analytical and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven track record in cost optimization and vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Develop sourcing plans, category management, and vendor rationalization.
• Lead commercial negotiations and finalize contracts to ensure favorable terms and risk mitigation.
• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to compliance requirements and company policies.
• Build and maintain robust supplier partnerships to support cost optimization and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with inventory and logistics to guarantee uninterrupted business operations and savings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Vendor management

Cost optimization

Procurement

Education

MBA or PGDM in Supply Chain or Operations

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Manager - Procurement

Location

Andheri, Mumbai

Department

Procurement

Role Overview

The Assistant Manager - Procurement will be responsible for managing sourcing activities, vendor relationships, and procurement operations to ensure timely availability of goods and services. The role requires strong stakeholder engagement, analytical capabilities, and efficient execution of purchasing processes aligned with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop sourcing plans, category management, and vendor rationalization.
• Lead commercial negotiations and finalize contracts to ensure favorable terms and risk mitigation.
• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to compliance requirements and company policies.
• Build and maintain robust supplier partnerships to support cost optimization and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with inventory and logistics to guarantee uninterrupted business operations and savings.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of experience in procurement.
• MBA or PGDM in Supply Chain or Operations.
• Strong analytical and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven track record in cost optimization and vendor management.