Procurement Transformation & Digitalization Lead

Hire Rightt - Executive Search & HR Advisory

Chennai District

On-site

INR 1,300,000 - 2,000,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading HR advisory firm based in Chennai is seeking a Procurement Transformation & Digital Enablement Lead. The successful candidate will drive procurement transformation and manage logistics operations. Key qualifications include 8-15 years of experience, expertise in SAP MM, and strong leadership skills. This full-time role offers a chance to impact digital enablement initiatives in supply chain operations.

Qualifications

8–15 years of experience in Procurement Transformation or S2P Implementation.
Experience managing global suppliers and cross-functional teams.
Certifications in Agile/Scrum or Product Management are advantageous.

Responsibilities

Lead a team and manage key stakeholders.
Oversee procurement operations and vendor management.
Drive digital procurement transformation through tool development.
Prepare and review key project documents for user adoption.
Monitor supplier performance and ensure cost productivity.

Skills

Procurement Transformation

Stakeholder Management

Digital Transformation

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business Management

Tools

SAP MM

ERP Integrations (SAP/Oracle/Workday)

Job description

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Job Title: Procurement Transformation & Digital Enablement Lead

Job Summary:

Responsible for leading and managing procurement transformation, digital enablement, shipping, logistics, and service delivery operations. The role focuses on driving process optimization, automation, and efficiency, while ensuring smooth stakeholder collaboration and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of 5–6 members, mentor for high performance, and manage key stakeholders.
Oversee Procurement Operations including tactical sourcing, vendor management, contract administration, inventory control, and P2P/S2P lifecycle.
Manage Shipping & Logistics operations—imports/exports, LC handling, shipment tracking, documentation, and freight coordination.
Drive Digital Procurement Transformation through tool development, workflow automation, API integrations, and AI-driven solutions (OCR, Chatbots, Spend Analytics).
Design and implement S2P tool architecture, process digitization, and automation for procurement workflows.
Prepare and review BRDs, PRDs, UAT scripts, and SOPs, ensuring successful rollout and user adoption.
Evaluate third-party or in-house S2P platforms (e.g., Ariba, Coupa, Ivalua, GEP, Zycus) for build vs. buy decisions.
Monitor supplier performance, manage SLAs, ensure cost productivity, and continuously improve operational KPIs.
Support process transitions, conduct training, and ensure seamless handovers between teams.
Strong understanding of end-to-end procurement and supply chain processes (S2P/P2P).
Hands-on experience in digital transformation, product ownership, and AI/RPA-based procurement tools.
Expertise in SAP MM and familiarity with ERP integrations (SAP/Oracle/Workday).
Excellent stakeholder management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication, leadership, and project management capabilities.

Qualifications

8–15 years of experience in Procurement Transformation or S2P Implementation.
Background in Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business Management.
Experience managing global suppliers, shipping operations, and cross-functional teams.
Certifications in Agile/Scrum or Product Management are an advantage.

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