Procurement

Job Summary

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Deputy – Procurement to manage procurement activities, ensure timely material availability, optimize purchasing costs, and maintain supplier performance. The role requires hands-on experience in manufacturing procurement, supplier coordination, purchase order management, commercial negotiations, and SAP-based procurement processes.

Key Responsibilities

Manage purchase requisition (PR) to purchase order (PO) conversion and track pending procurement activities. Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of raw materials, components, and critical items. Obtain and evaluate quotations, compare prices, and support commercial negotiations on cost, MOQ, lead time, payment terms, and delivery schedules.

Monitor overdue purchase orders, supplier commitments, material shortages, and procurement risks. Coordinate with PPC, Stores, Engineering, Quality, and Finance teams to ensure material availability and resolve procurement issues. Monitor supplier performance, including on-time delivery (OTD), and support supplier development and alternate sourcing initiatives.

Use SAP S/4HANA to track PRs, POs, material requirements, and procurement status. Analyse procurement data, purchase price variance, and supplier performance metrics. Escalate material availability risks that may impact production schedules and customer delivery commitments.

Required Skills

Manufacturing Procurement and Purchase Management Supplier Management and Vendor Development Purchase Requisition (PR) and Purchase Order (PO) Management Commercial Negotiation and Cost Analysis Material Planning and Shortage Management SAP S/4HANA, PR/PO Tracking, and MRP Knowledge Supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD) Monitoring Advanced MS Excel, Data Analysis, and Procurement Reporting Strong communication, analytical, negotiation, and coordination skills Educational Qualification Graduate degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related discipline.

MBA or a relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage. Experience Requirements 2–4 years of experience in procurement or purchasing within a manufacturing environment. Experience in sourcing raw materials, electronic components, electrical components, or mechanical parts is preferred. Hands-on experience in supplier follow-up, purchase order management, commercial negotiations, and SAP-based procurement processes.