Job Description

:JOB DESCRIPTIONAssistant Manager ProcurementGodrej Industries Limited (Chemicals)Mumbai, Maharashtra, IndiaJob Title: Assistant Manager ProcurementJob Type: Permanent, Full-timeFunction: Product ManagementBusiness: Godrej Industries Limited (Chemicals)Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, IndiaAbout Godrej Industries Limited and Associate Companies (GILAC)GILAC is a holding company of the Godrej Group. We have significant interests in consumer goods, real estate, agriculture, chemicals, and financial services through our subsidiary and associate companies, across 18 countries.About Godrej Industries Limited (Chemicals)Godrej Industries Limited (Chemicals Division) is one of the oldest businesses of the Godrej Group with a rich legacy and a pioneering presence in the Chemicals Industry. We proactively collaborate with our partners to create sustainable solutions in the Oleochemicals, Surfactants, Speciality Chemicals and Biotech business segments.About the roleThe incumbent will be responsible for carrying out activities for Procurement / commodity buyer at Godrej Industries Ltd - Chemicals business for BU surfactants & Oleo Chemicals.Key ResponsibilitiesRoutine procurement

• Carry out periodic material balance for various raw materials such as AO/LA/LAB/LA ethoxylates/Glycerin etc.
• Using this material balance & the sales forecast , arrive at quantity to bought of each item on weekly basis.
• Sending enquiries for offers to multiple suppliers to get offers in time.
• Making comparative charts / business case using quotations/offers from different suppliers/ market inputs/adding own insights .Arrive at buying decision for awarding business price/ quantity allocation & help taking calls on period of contract.
• Supplier handling knowledge.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to optimize inventory levels and material flow while minimizing stock-out risks.
• Continually optimize supply chain with respect to price, inventory, supply continuity, and terms and conditions.
• Align pricing of raw material with sales team through Product manager.
• Periodic monitoring of benchmark price and crude prices. Tracking price trends of Ethylene, Ethylene oxide, CPKO, Fatty alcohols, Glycerine & some other commodities
• Understand the impact of factors affecting the various raw materials.
• Evaluate market conditions to alleviate and mitigate supplier and raw material risks.

Vendor development

• Identify and qualify potential suppliers, evaluate, and communicate performance, manage, and develop long-term partnerships with suppliers to enhance overall capabilities and result in more efficient product development and a more agile supply chain. co-ordination with production, QC & sales/marketing to ensure timely deliveries of material.
• Vendor development from different Geographies for de-risking supply chain. Working with vendors to improve credit period, any other improvements leading to cost reduction, working capital reduction.
• Work closely with suppliers to proactively identify opportunities for implementation of cost optimization, lead time reductions, quality enhancements, and overall improved service levels.
• Drive sustainable procurement initiatives and system improvement projects.
• Handle ISO/TS Audits and customer audits/ audit suppliers.

Who are we looking for?Education:

• Graduate (Any) B. Tech, Chemical Engg (Preferred) & MBA (Preferred)

Experience:

• 5 to 6 Years RM buyer for a mid-size/large chemical/commodity business

Skills:

• Negotiation &Analytical skills
• Microsoft excel, creating & analysing data, charts.
• Planning , Analysis & problem solving.
• Influencing
• Resilience & Collaboration
• influencing skills/Patience
• Commercial awareness, Market awareness & communication skills
• Customer Centric & Relationship Building
• Self-motivated go-getter
• Well versed with Excel sheets & numbers

What\xe2\x80\x99s in it for you?Be an equal parentMaternity support, including paid leave ahead of statutory guidelines, and flexible work options on returnPaternity support, including paid leaveNew mothers can bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travelAdoption support; gender neutral and based on the primary caregiver, with paid leave optionsNo place for discrimination at GodrejGender-neutral anti-harassment policySame sex partner benefits at par with married spousesGender transition supportWe are selfish about your wellnessComprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up optionsUncapped sick leaveMental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counsellingCelebrating wins, the Godrej WayStructured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievementsPerformance-based earning opportunitiesAn inclusive GodrejBefore you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been for over a century. It\xe2\x80\x99s not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you.We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognise merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members.If this sounds like a role for you, apply now!We look forward to meeting you.

Godrej & Boyce