Senior Manager Procurement (SC & AG)

Position Summary

Senior Manager Procurement will lead and oversee the end-to-end supply chain process of various product categories from India/APAC region as required by various business units of Actylis –Specialty Chemicals, Agri Chemicals , fine chemicals, coating chemicals,  cosmetics and Nutraceuticals etc. Main operational responsibilities include - new supplier development, enhance supplier diversity, propose extension and expansion of current supplier capabilities, supplier performance management, designing, implementing, and improving procurement processes, supplier risk assessment, establishing competitive TCO (total cost of ownership), negotiations and supply logistics from the region. Develop world-class partnerships with suppliers and other organizations. The position will be responsible for the development and maintenance of strategic initiatives within the pharmaceuticals category.  

Responsibilities will include:

•    Develop, manage, and sustain an efficient regional supply chain for Actylis’s global products portfolio sourced from the region, and contribute to revenue, EBIT growth, working capital improvement and PPV savings.
•    Actively set up and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for identified suppliers in line with Supplier Relationship Management programme
•    Ensure support in the resolution of API supplier related quality or service issues including mitigation plans/support for High Risk suppliers
•    Engage in cost saving projects with a dollar target to the business
•    Maintain all contracts and evaluate all supplier performance according to contract and ensure efficient flow of all conditions in contract
•    Design and implement an effective sourcing strategy to reduce total cost of acquisition, reduce supply risks and manage overall sourcing processes
•    Coordinate with suppliers to recommend ways to reduce costs of the products & associated logistics including overall supply chain costs
•    Continually engage with sales/marketing teams and global category managers to establish demand-supply visibility and new product/supplier development plan for a competitive supply chain position
•    Understand country wide category specific supply base and propose to global sales/business teams, & global category managers on potential in-sourcing opportunities
•    Establish and maintain best-in-class supplier qualification and performance management program to enhance Actylis’s competitive edge in the marketplace
•    Continually evaluate India/APAC supply market to identify and develop new sources of competitiveness - both in products and alternate suppliers
•    Supervise Buyers, Assistant managers and responsible for mentoring them to Actylis’s global sourcing performance expectations
•    Develop processes to ensure compliance related to key supply chain requirements such as quality control, cold chain storage and distribution
•    Demonstrate significant expertise in contract negotiations and cost management
•    Well versed in analysis of spend data and cost models for continuous improvement
•    Maintain relationships with various business functions across the organization  
•    Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand and track inventory levels
•    Lead supplier selection and pre-qualification process globally
•    Conduct Quality Control and pharmacovigilance activities, when deemed necessary or as an element of routine supplier management

Required Experience & Knowledge

Education                                                                                    

BTech/MTech in Chemical Engineering or Post-Graduate degree in Chemistry from reputed institution
MBA in Supply Chain or Marketing preferred

Experience

15+ years in global sourcing & procurement role, with experience leading sourcing and logistics operations across Indian & global markets
Specialty Chemicals, fine chemicals, coating chemicals -  supply chain experience into such products
Good understanding with REACH, ISO, UN packaging and regulatory framework for exports
Strategic Sourcing knowledge and implementation experience
Understanding of global best practices in the industry of supply chain

Functional/Technical Competencies & Skillsets  

•    Able to lead in a culture that is a lean, selfless, and a highly functional organization
•    Speed of execution combined with strategic thinking
•    Collaborate with global stakeholders with high level of effective communication (verbal & written)
•    Inquisitive with high learning ability
•    Strong interpersonal skills, excellent oral, written and presentation communication skills

Physical Demand

Supervisory Responsibilities

Applicable

Work Environment