Job Description
The Procurement Manager will be responsible for leading and managing all procurement activities related to non-inventory purchases, including packaging, marketing materials, store fixtures, consumables, services, and capital expenditure (CAPEX) across the organisation. This role will ensure that procurement operations are efficient, cost-effective, and in compliance with the brand's quality and ethical standards. The Procurement Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams to align procurement plans with business needs and expansion goals.
Responsibilities
Strategic Procurement & Vendor Management
- Design and execute procurement strategies that deliver cost efficiency, supplierreliability, and operational excellence.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Projects, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, IT, Admin, Warehouse, and Retail Operations to forecast and consolidate procurement requirements.
- Source, assess, and onboard trusted vendors and service partners for CAPEX-related purchases, store fit-outs, equipment, and other indirect procurement categories.
- Conduct end-to-end sourcing processes including RFI/RFQ/RFP, commercial evaluations, price benchmarking, and vendor due diligence.
- Establish and manage long-term partnerships with strategic suppliers to ensureconsistent quality, timely delivery, and innovation.
- Oversee the full procurement lifecycle, from requirement gathering and tendering tocontract finalization and performance monitoring.
CAPEX Procurement
- Handle end-to-end CAPEX procurement including fixtures, equipment, IT infrastructure, furniture, and store development material required for store development and expansion.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to define specifications, timelines, and deployment plans.
- Ensure CAPEX procurement aligns with approved budgets and project schedules.
Cost Optimization & Budget Control
- Monitor procurement spend, perform cost analysis, and identify saving opportunities through strategic sourcing and alternate vendor development.
- Ensure that all procurement is within approved budgets and financial limits.
- Provide periodic reporting on cost savings, budget utilization, and procurementperformance.
Operational Coordination
- Oversee the purchase order (PO) process including requisition review, PO creation, order tracking, and delivery follow-up.
- Coordinate with accounts payable team for invoice processing, vendor payments, and GRN issues.
- Ensure timely and complete delivery of procured goods and services.
Process & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with procurement SOPs, audit guidelines, and ethical sourcingpractices.
- Maintain accurate procurement records, contract documentation, and supplier performance reviews.
- Support internal and external audits with documentation and clarification.
- Generate procurement dashboards and management reports for periodic reviews.
- Continuously evaluate procurement processes and implement process improvements.
Candidate Profile
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or relatedfield (MBA preferred)
- Minimum of 68 years in procurement, with experience in CAPEX
- Strong knowledge of procurement practices, supplier markets, and negotiationtechniques
- Deep understanding of contract management, vendor selection, and market dynamics.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and procurement software.
- Strong analytical and financial acumen
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management abilities.
- High attention to detail, planning, and organizational skills
- High level of integrity and compliance awareness
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