Postion – Manager, Operational Procurement

Department – Global Logistics Operations-MEI

Location – Gurugram

Introduction

We are seeking Manager, Operational Procurement to join our Market Area Middle East & India -Global Logistics Operations team.

You will be responsible for Leading Operational Purchasing organization ensuring exceptional customer service and operational efficiency. This role involves strategic leadership, advanced procurement management, and cross-functional collaboration to drive continuous improvement.

This position is located in Gurugram, India.

Team you belong to:
You will join a team of procurement and supply chain experts dedicated to streamlining and optimizing operational procurement process,

We work closely with internal stakeholders, such as customer service, finance, sourcing, supply chain teams, and external suppliers and partners. Our team culture is all about continuous improvement, operational efficiencies and cross functional collaborations.

What you’ll do

Manage and lead Operational Purchasing team(s) to execute purchases and expediting timely and efficiently.
Responsible for efficient operative performance monitoring and follow up (daily/weekly/monthly execution practices), corrective actions and related reporting.
Ensure all procurement activities comply with Global Procurement Policies, company guidelines, legal standards, and ethical practices
Play a key role in optimizing inventory value and health to meet customer satisfaction, profitability, growth, and capital efficiency goals
Develop and analyze advanced Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to identify insights and drive continuous improvement
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of Operational Procurement, setting clear goals and fostering professional growth
Act as a key liaison between vendors and internal departments to resolve complex procurement issues and implement systematic improvements
Lead strong exception management and problem-solving culture

Who you are

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain management or in relevant field
Minimum of 8 years’ relevant work experience in purchasing and contract negotiation in a similar industry.
Ability to work effectively with global teams and suppliers, fostering cooperation and shared success
Technical Proficiency: Strong command of business tools, including SAP ERP, Salesforce, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and any procurement tool like P4T/Jaggaer.
Strong analytical skills and experience developing KPIs to measure and improve performance.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities to work effectively with internal teams and external partners.