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Groupe Lactalis
posted 18d ago
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Accountable for execution of direct materials and subcontract purchasing in line with Smiths Group PLC Code of Conduct, ensuring that a professional and consistent approach is taken in relation to all supplier relationships
- Ensuring approval of Purchase Orders in line with the Delegation of Authority policy and approval process
- Ensure the timely and efficient processing and acknowledgement of purchase orders and MRP action messages (Order, Expedite, De-Expedite, Cancel) or purchase requisitions to fulfil the material requirements of the operation by the Bangalore purchasing teams
- Build and maintain relationships with new and existing suppliers
- Negotiate improved prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings utilizing negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods
- Control Direct material costs and achieve savings as per annual targets
- Develop ideas to improve operational efficiency, add value and support continuous improvement culture and personal accountability in area of responsibility .
- Able to read and understand technical drawings
- Analytical skills - good knowledge of Microsoft programs,and data analysis including v-look ups and pivot tables
- Process-driven approach and systems thinking
- Ability to solve problems independently and in a structed way (e . g . A3), able to use data to inform decisions
- Excellent communication and relationship management skills
- Ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers
- Ability to project a positive and professional image on behalf of the organization, always promoting ethical procurement
- Ability to solve problems independently, keen and able to use initiative and lead .
- SAP knowledge but not essential
Qualifications
- Diploma or University Degree in Engineering discipline (Mechanical/Electrical preferred)
- 5 years of overall experience with 3+ years of experience working within a purchasing/ supply chain department
- Experience in technical specification and selection of vendors, including material and product knowledge .
- Delivered actual cost savings or other efficiency benefits within the organization .
- Experience in procuring / sourcing process-based measuring instruments such as (various gauges & transmitters), piping components such as (pipe fittings, pipes, tubes, flanges fittings fasteners, gaskets), critical components such as (pumps, coolers, accumulator, motors etc)
- Experience in procuring / sourcing on fabrication API Plans, spools, skids, auxiliary systems etc is an added advantage .
- Experience in handling import items and customs knowledge will be preferred .
- Experience on the different certification on process equipment is an added advantage .
- Knowledge on SAP will be preferred .
- Conversion of PR to PO within the defined timeline .
- Complete project material procurement ownership for assign project & tracking of materials for on-time deliveries (OTD) .
- Prepare & maintain procurement tracker with deliverables for the assign project .
- Coordination with the concerned internal stake holders and liaise with the vendors for technical vetting and commercials .
- Vendor development/Selections for high quality products with competitive pricing .
- Negotiate with suppliers on lead-time, cost and quality so as to obtain the maximum benefit for the company and project the savings appropriately .
- Manage suppliers to meet objectives related to cost, delivery performance, schedule, and quality to meet department goal .
- Review and manage the supplier base to ensure consistency with the sourcing strategy & product quality .
- Complete cycle of "Purchase to Pay" to be followed up to payment of vendors .
- Ensure commercial, legal, and contractual compliance all the procurement . transactions .
- Support safe workplace cultures and compliance with Smiths EH&S
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
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Strict timing
Monday to Saturday
Within country
Day Shift
Groupe Lactalis Benefits
Health Insurance 
Free Transport 
Job Training 
Soft Skill Training 
International Relocation 
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