Assistant Manager - Procurement

Job Title: Assistant Manager - Procurement
Location:Ambasamudram

Role Purpose:

• To manage the procurement process for Safety Apparel business in India by understanding business needs, identifying suppliers, negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery. Responsible for maintaining cost-effectiveness while upholding quality and compliance standards.

Principal Accountabilities:

Supplier Management Identify, evaluate, and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and timely delivery.

Purchase Order Processing Create and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal policies.

Cost Optimization Negotiate pricing and payment terms to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality standards.

Import Shipment Clearance Coordinate with freight forwarders and customs agents to ensure timely and compliant clearance of imported goods

Contract Management Draft, review, and manage procurement contracts for sub-contractors to ensure legal compliance and operational efficiency.

Compliance & Documentation Ensure adherence to procurement policies, regulatory requirements and maintain accurate records.

Risk Management Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including delays, quality issues or vendor failures.

Cross-functional Collaboration Work closely with Finance, Supply Chain and Quality teams to align with business needs.

Reporting & Analysis Generate procurement KPI reports and analyse data to support decision-making and continuous improvement.

Market Research Monitor market trends and conduct supplier benchmarking to support strategic sourcing decision..

Education, Qualifications and Experience:

Minimum 7-10 years experience in sourcing and vendor management

Should have good written and verbal communication skills.

Knowledge in MS Office Excel and PowerPoint

Attention to detail and ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders

Timely completion and execution of tasks.

Knowledge of SAP MM Module.

Desirable:

Master of Business Administration

Data analytics using Power BI or Tableau

At Coats Group, we are committed to innovation, excellence, and fostering a diverse and collaborative environment where every team member can thrive. If you are passionate about making an impact in the textile industry and eager to join a global leader with a rich heritage and a forward-thinking approach, we invite you to take the next step in your career with us.

To manage the procurement process for Safety Apparel business in India by understanding business needs, identifying suppliers, negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery. Responsible for maintaining cost-effectiveness while upholding quality and compliance standards.