Sr.Specialist - Procurement Sourcing (NAM)

Job responsibilities:

This position will be responsible for Global Sourcing and Procurement activities with post PO management making sure on-time delivery of materials at the designated place from across global regions.

JOB Summary: We are seeking an experienced buyer. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supply chain management, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to develop and maintain supplier relationships across multiple regions.

Key Responsibilities: Sourcing and Procurement for RAWS and packaging

Identifying potential suppliers, evaluating their capabilities, and negotiating contracts for goods and services. working closely with the planning team on forecasting. This involves not only looking at the big picture on supply and deep dive into the purchase plan , and order RAWS and Packing based on the purchase plan by analysing the existing inventory and net requirement

Order Management:

Processing purchase requisitions, placing orders, tracking shipments, and ensuring timely delivery. Constantly analyzing and staying on top of the forecast versus production plan versus supply timing of raw materials and packaging is crucial. Ensuring that all raw materials and packaging are supplied on time is an essential part of this role. Managing day-to-day operations, following up with Key Vendors, address supply gap , manage emergency need , making purchase orders when necessary Generate and send POS ( Ivalua and SAP ) to vendors

Follow up every day with vendors on the delivery dates

Inform stakeholders on any risk in supply

Supplier Relationship Management:

Building and maintaining relationships with suppliers, resolving issues, and ensuring supplier performance meets company standards. Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers in USA and worldwide to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.

Inventory Management:

Monitoring inventory levels, forecasting demand, and ensuring adequate supply while minimizing excess stock. 

Cost Management:

Analysing purchasing data, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and negotiating favourable pricing and payment terms. This involves working with Local and Global vendors and negotiating cost and supply strategies, adding new vendors.

Compliance:

Ensuring all procurement activities comply with company policies, procedures, and legal requirements. 

CNOD Management: Manage and control Credit Number Of Days

Stakeholder Communication: Maintain constant communication with planning team on supplies on time

Reporting:

Preparing and analyzing purchasing reports to track spending, identify trends, and measure performance. 

Collaboration:

Working with planning to align purchasing strategies with organizational objectives. 

Required Skills:

• Negotiation: Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms with suppliers. 
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed decisions. 
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with suppliers and internal stakeholders. 
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines. 
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve issues related to procurement, such as late deliveries or quality problems. 
• Knowledge of Procurement Processes: Understanding of the end-to-end procurement process, from sourcing to payment. 
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in using procurement software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Financial Acumen: Understanding of budgeting, cost analysis, and financial reporting. 

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field; Master's preferred
• Experience in direct procurement, supply chain and/or manufacturing operations
• Experience in a procurement role, preferably within the Agriculture, Chemical or similar industry
• Excellent negotiation and communication abilities
• In-depth knowledge of procurement processes and supply chain management
• Analytical skills to assess supplier performance
• Ability to manage budgets and financial planning.

 COMPETENCIES: 

• Adaptability & Resilience: Recognizes and is open to changing circumstances and alters behavior and scales up as necessary; increases personal awareness and appreciation of individual and cultural differences to create an open, inclusive, and accepting workplace.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset: Has a creative mindset and ability to think holistically, takes calculated risks and maximizes opportunities.
• Results Orientations: Takes action, pursues goals with persistence and achieves results; communicates goals and vision to the team to drive enthusiasm and ambition.
• Execution Excellence: Enhances the speed of execution and builds efficiency in processes, systems and people; has sharp focus on quality-orientation.
• Strategic Orientation: Demonstrates knowledge of the social, economic, and environmental factors and how they impact the business. Identifies key issues that could impact the business and develops strategy through an analytical lens / design thinking.
• Building Teams and Talent: Empowers colleagues through knowledge sharing and delegation, quickly establishing rapport; provides recognition for achievements and accomplishments.
• Customer Centricity: Understands the customer’s needs and pain points, fulfills the needs and expectations by focusing on creating value for customers.