Supply Chain procurement Section Head

Job Objective : Lead and manage the end-to-end Procurement function across all categories, including Non-Food Materials, Agrochemicals, Fertilizers & Nutrients, and E-Commerce Back-End Procurement. Ensure achievement of procurement budgets, secure strategic supplier agreements, maintain supplier compliance, and support business operations through effective sourcing, supplier development, and continuous market benchmarking.

Key Responsibilities

strategic Leadership Lead and supervise the Procurement Team. Develop and implement the annual Procurement Strategy aligned with Supply Chain objectives. Establish procurement policies, procedures, workflows, and approval cycles. Ensure procurement activities support business growth and operational continuity. Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Oversee sourcing activities across all procurement categories.

Lead tendering processes and supplier selection. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and long-term agreements. Review and approve Purchase Orders (POs). Ensure compliance with procurement procedures and budgets. Supplier Management & Compliance Develop and expand the supplier database. Qualify and evaluate suppliers. Ensure suppliers maintain all required legal and quality certifications.

Coordinate supplier audits with QA. Monitor supplier performance and implement improvement plans. Budgeting & Reporting Manage the annual procurement budget. Monitor procurement spending against approved budgets. Review Procurement Plan vs. Actual reports. Approve procurement performance reports. Analyze procurement performance and identify improvement opportunities.

Market Intelligence Monitor market trends. Attend supplier exhibitions and industry events. Identify new suppliers and sourcing opportunities. Benchmark prices and procurement practices. Recommend innovative procurement solutions.

Qualifications

( No Compromise ) : 1- Technical Skills : Strong knowledge of Strategic Procurement and Category Management. Advanced supplier sourcing, qualification, and vendor relationship management. Expertise in contract negotiation and contract lifecycle management. Strong understanding of procurement policies, governance, and compliance.

Cost analysis, cost reduction, and value engineering techniques. Budget planning and procurement financial analysis. Inventory management principles and supply planning collaboration. Knowledge of supplier audit processes and quality management systems. Strong understanding of import/export procurement and international sourcing.

Procurement risk assessment and business continuity planning Minimum 10–15 years of progressive Procurement experience, including at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role. Previous experience in Food Manufacturing, FMCG, Frozen Foods (IQF), Fresh Produce, Agribusiness, Food Packaging, or Export-Oriented Manufacturing is highly preferred.

Proven experience managing procurement across multiple categories, including Raw Materials, Packaging Materials, Agrochemicals, Fertilizers, MRO, CAPEX, OPEX. 2-Leadership & Management Skills: Strategic thinking and business planning. Team leadership, coaching, and performance management. Decision-making under pressure.

Cross-functional collaboration. Project management. Change management. Delegation and accountability. Conflict resolution. Resource planning and prioritization. Soft Skills Excellent negotiation and influencing skills. Strong communication and presentation skills. Analytical and problem-solving abilities. Critical thinking.

High attention to detail. Time management. Relationship building. Adaptability and resilience. Customer-oriented mindset. Continuous improvement mindset.