Senior Manager/AGM - Procurement - Paper (10-15 yrs)

Market Intelligence:

- Build a comprehensive mapping of the value chain of all commodities and their ecosystem, understanding of Trade agreements/ barriers.

- Continuously deepen understanding of commodity exposures and market fundamentals, to comprehend both short- and long-term market trends and developments.

- Translate market knowledge and analytics into monthly commodity reports and price forecasts.

- Track sustainability landscape view and integrating sustainability into upstream strategy

Sourcing Strategy:

- Develop a comprehensive category sourcing strategy for direct sourcing for materials.

- Work in collaboration with Plants, PMG & define ways to implement or benchmark materials (prices or specs) used in different regions.

- Assess arbitrage opportunities for sourcing.

- Identify & lead projects in commodities under scope working closely with Category Teams, Suppliers & internal Stakeholders.

Risk & Spend Management:

- Actively monitor trends in markets and ensure quick response to changes or new opportunities.

- Develop strategies to Manage exposure for commodities managed.

- Based on thorough volatility and value-at-risk analysis, design revised risk policies

If you have these then, you can do it:-

- Minimum 10 years of Procurement experience. (Laminate / Paper Industry)

- Proven track record handling categories and delivering strategic improvements.

- Outstanding financial acumen. Knowledge of import processes is a plus.

- Excellent written and oral communication in English.

- Hands on Experience in SAP MM & PP Module.

- Prior experience in Paper ( Kraft & Design) Procurement is must