Head - Raw Material Purchase | Chemical Industry

Michael Page

Mumbai, India

20-25 Years

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Job Description

Only candidates with direct procurement experience in Chemical Industry
Only candidates with 20yrs+ experience of procurement

Job Description

Develop and implement sourcing strategies for raw materials to meet business requirements.
Negotiate contracts and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure cost efficiency and quality.
Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and risk mitigation in raw material procurement.
Collaborate with internal teams to forecast material needs and ensure timely availability of raw materials.
Manage supplier performance and address any issues related to quality, delivery, or compliance.
Ensure adherence to procurement policies, regulations, and ethical standards.
Analyse procurement data to identify areas for improvement and present actionable insights to leadership.
Lead and mentor the procurement team to achieve operational excellence.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Head - Raw Material Purchase should have:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or Supply Chain (MBA in Materials Management or Supply Chain preferred).
20-25 years of experience in raw material procurement, preferably in manufacturing or chemical industries.
Strong knowledge of raw materials relevant to the business
Expertise in supplier negotiation cost benchmarking and global sourcing.
Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and advanced Excel or procurement tools.
Excellent analytical, leadership, and stakeholder management skills, Negotiation Skills

What's on Offer

Leadership opportunity
A role that offers leadership responsibilities and strategic input.

More Info

Job Type:

Permanent Job

Function:

Chemical Industry

Employment Type:

Full time

About Company

Michael PageJob Source: www.michaelpage.co.in

Michael Page has five decades of expertise in professional services recruitment. We were established in London in 1976, and over this period we've grown organically to become one of the best-known and most respected consultancies, with an office network spanning six continents.
While size has its advantages, it doesn't define us - the nature of our organic growth means that each new office is integrated into the region that it serves. It also means that as an employer looking to hire, or as a candidate aiming to grow your career you have the best of both worlds; a team that understands the market and geography you operate in, plus the resources and expertise of an international network at your disposal.

Job ID: 145816421

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