Senior Supply Chain Specialist (Procurement)

Job Title: Senior Supply Chain Specialist – Procurement Location: Harrington Road, Chetpet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Years of Experience: 10 + Years (Manufacturing/Chemical Procurement) Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent Overview / Job Purpose / About the Company: We are looking for an experienced Senior Supply Chain Specialist – Procurement to support strategic sourcing, supplier management, inventory optimization, and procurement operations.

The role focuses on driving operational excellence, ensuring regulatory compliance, improving supplier performance, and supporting APAC procurement initiatives within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers and manufacturing subcontractors. Manage supplier relationships, negotiations, and performance evaluations. Develop cost reduction strategies and optimize procurement operations. Support inventory management, 3PL, and distribution activities. Ensure compliance with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and procurement policies.

Prepare procurement reports and provide market intelligence to support business decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional and APAC teams to improve operational efficiency. Competencies: Strong experience in Strategic Procurement & Supplier Management. Expertise in Raw Material Sourcing and Contract Negotiation. Hands-on experience with SAP MM (Mandatory) and SAP MRP.

Advanced Microsoft Excel and MS Office skills. Strong analytical, negotiation, and project management abilities. Knowledge of Quality Compliance, Manufacturing Operations, and Supply Chain Management. Experience in Process, Industrial, or Fine Chemical Industry. Exposure to APAC procurement, reverse bidding platforms, and data analysis is preferred.

Excellent communication skills; fluency in English is mandatory (Tamil and Hindi preferred). Additional Information: Work Location: Chennai (Work From Office) Working Days: 5 Days Shift: General Shift Notice Period: Immediate / Short Notice Preferred Moderate travel may be required. Professional certification in Procurement/Sourcing is an added advantage.

Experience in Toll Manufacturing, Subcontract Operations, and Chemical Procurement will be highly preferred.