Procurement Team Lead

AVASO Technology Solutions; Mohali; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

AVASO Technology Solutions is seeking a Team Leader - Procurement to oversee end-to-end sourcing, vendor management and procurement operations from Mohali. You will ensure policy compliance, drive cost optimization, improve cycle efficiency, and support business continuity with strong supplier governance.

The role requires 6-10 years in procurement, ERP exposure, and leadership experience in an IT sourcing context.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years in procurement or supply chain.
• Experience leading procurement teams.
• IT hardware/software sourcing exposure preferred.
• ERP-driven procurement environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily procurement operations ensuring SLA adherence.
• Manage RFQ/RFP processes for competitive sourcing and cost optimization.
• Review and approve purchase requisitions and POs within authority limits.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and audit standards.
• Drive annual cost savings initiatives.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve escalations.
• Coordinate with Finance, Projects, Sales, and Operations.
• Prepare MIS reports and procurement dashboards.
• Mentor and develop procurement team members.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Vendor negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / Supply Chain / Finance

MBA (Supply Chain / Operations)

Tools

SAP (MM module)

Odoo

MS Excel (Advanced)

ERP-based procurement systems

Job description

Role Summary / Job Purpose

The Team Leader - Procurement leads end-to-end sourcing, vendor management, and procurement operations. The role ensures policy compliance, drives cost optimization, improves procurement cycle efficiency, and supports business continuity through strong supplier governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily procurement operations ensuring SLA adherence.
• Manage RFQ/RFP processes ensuring competitive sourcing and cost optimization.
• Review and approve purchase requisitions and POs within authority limits.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and audit standards.
• Drive annual cost savings initiatives.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve escalations.
• Coordinate with Finance, Projects, Sales, and Operations.
• Prepare MIS reports and procurement dashboards.
• Mentor and develop procurement team members.

Required Skills

Technical Skills:

• Strategic sourcing and vendor negotiation expertise.
• Cost analysis and commercial evaluation.

Functional Knowledge:

• Procurement lifecycle management.
• Contract management and compliance governance.
• Global sourcing practices.

Tools / Systems / Technical Knowledge

• SAP (MM Module preferred)
• Odoo
• MS Excel (Advanced),
• ERP-based procurement systems

Decision-Making Authority

• Approve purchase orders within defined limits.
• Finalize vendor selection based on evaluation.
• Recommend sourcing strategies to leadership.

Problem-Solving Complexity

• Moderate to complex: managing supplier escalations, urgent project demands, pricing disputes, and time-sensitive procurement cycles.

Stakeholder Management / Influence

• Internal: Finance, Sales, Projects, Operations, Leadership.
• External: OEMs, Distributors, Service Providers.
• Cross-functional coordination with moderate influence.
• Non-client facing role with indirect business impact.

Education & Certification Requirements

Minimum:

• Bachelor's degree in Business / Supply Chain / Finance.

Preferred:

• MBA (Supply Chain / Operations).
• CIPS / CSCP certification (preferred).

Experience Requirements

• 6-10 years in procurement or supply chain.
• Experience leading procurement teams.
• IT hardware/software sourcing exposure preferred.
• ERP-driven procurement environment experience.