Your responsibilities will include Manage the procurement objectives for the supply chain category including warehousing, imports (ocean freight), and transportation. Manage end-to-end ocean freight process, Warehousing and transportation including vendor selection, route planning, and transportation cost management. Build and maintain strong relationships with shipping lines, ocean carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and other third-party logistics providers. Knowledge of handling of import/export shipments, including documentation, duty calculations, and customs clearance. Work closely with the internal stakeholders on meeting their requirement within the stipulated timelines Responsible for commercial negotiations, agreement, contract letters, job orders & SAP generated PO's Be part of the core team to drive efficiency improvement initiatives including identifying areas for process optimization, streamlining workflows, leveraging technology and automation, and enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in procurement operations Monitor vendor performance and take corrective actions when necessary to ensure optimal service levels. Key Deliverables Ensure cost effectiveness for the managed categories Analysis on spend and vendor data to identify cost saving opportunities Ensure timely execution and renewal of service contract and other compliance requirements Adherence to Indirect policy and SOA (Schedule of Authority). End to end responsibility of Supply chain purchase Contracting & Negotiations Stakeholder Management Good network and sound knowledge of Pan India warehouse, primary and secondary freight procurement Hands on experience of SAP MM module and Procure to Pay system Ability to manage complex data analysis BEHAVIOURAL Integrity Communication | B.Tech ---|--- | | Collaboration CPP/ CSCP/CPSM
