Procurement Manager

Location: Lower Parel, Mumbai

Experience: 35 Years (Marketing Services, Film Production Services, Admin Services)

Team Management: Will manage 23 Procurement Executives

About Schbang

Schbang is an Integrated Marketing Agency and a creative, media, and technology transformation

company founded in 2015, with teams across Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, London, and Amsterdam.

Serving 300+ brands with end-to-end marketing solutions, Schbang acts as a one-stop shop for

clients by offering strategies across multiple mediums to deliver impactful and measurable marketing outcomes.

Role Overview

We are looking for a proactive Procurement Manager with experience preferably in advertising,

digital, creative, or media agencies (or equivalent industries). The ideal candidate will oversee

sourcing, vendor management, and procurement strategy while leading a small team to ensure

timely and cost-effective purchasing aligned with business needs.

The role involves strong expertise in price negotiation, vendor management, documentation

processes, and overseeing the complete vendor onboarding lifecycle to ensure compliance,

transparency, and operational efficiency.

A Procurement Manager is responsible for sourcing and managing the goods and services an

organization requires, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the best value while maintaining quality,

compliance, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities (Duties)

Lead price negotiations to secure competitive commercial terms while maintaining quality standards.

Manage vendor relationships, performance evaluation, and long-term partnerships.

Oversee documentation processes including contracts, compliance records, and procurement

approvals.

Drive and streamline the end-to-end vendor onboarding process in alignment with company policies.

Develop and execute sourcing strategies to secure goods and services at optimal cost and value.

Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers while maintaining long-term vendor relationships.

Oversee the end-to-end procurement process, including contracts, budgets, and timely delivery.

Manage procurement risks, ensure compliance with company policies, and maintain quality standards.

Lead and mentor a team of procurement executives and align purchasing with organizational strategy.

Required Skills

Negotiation & Financial Acumen: Ability to secure favorable pricing and contract terms.

Analytical & Strategic Thinking: Use market insights and data to make informed sourcing decisions.

Leadership Skills: Capability to manage teams and drive departmental efficiency.

Supplier Relationship Management: Build strong partnerships and evaluate vendor performance.

Process & Documentation Management: Strong understanding of compliance, onboarding, and audit-ready documentation.

Preferred Industry Expertise (Advertising / Digital / Media Agencies)

Typical Items & Services to Procure:

Marketing and advertising services, equipment, and operational goods required for company activities.

Goods and services that support campaigns, production, and business operations.

Knowledge & Skillsets Needed:

Understanding of supply markets and ability to anticipate business needs and industry trends.

Expertise in contract negotiation and supplier selection to optimize cost, quality, and delivery.

Procurement strategy and project planning to secure advantageous terms for the organization.

Risk assessment and compliance awareness to minimize supply chain disruptions.

Why Join Schbang

Join a fast-growing Integrated Marketing Agency that delivers holistic solutions across digital content, SEO, technology, design, media planning, influencer management, and morehelping brands converge seamlessly across mediums.