Location : Pune
Key Responsibilities:
- Formulate and implement long-term procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals
- Identify, evaluate, and maintain strong relationships with key vendors and suppliers
- Lead high-value negotiations to secure favourable pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules
- Ensure timely, cost-effective procurement of materials and services across all projects
- Drive supplier performance improvements through regular audits and performance reviews
- Develop, monitor, and control annual procurement budgets, ensuring cost optimization
- Coordinate closely with project, finance, and site teams to align procurement with execution timelines
- Oversee and mentor the procurement team to ensure efficiency, compliance, and accountability
- Optimize inventory levels and material planning to avoid shortages or excess stock
- Ensure all procurement processes and contracts comply with legal and organizational standards
- Maintain accurate documentation of all procurement transactions, contracts, and vendor data
- Identify and mitigate procurement-related risks such as price fluctuations and supply delays
- Generate regular reports on procurement KPIs, budget usage, inventory levels, and vendor performance
- Provide strategic inputs for process improvements and cost-saving initiatives
- Travel to vendor locations and project sites as required for inspections and negotiations
Desired Candidate Profile:
- Proficient knowledge of procurement processes in the real estate/construction industry
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Ability to multitask and coordinate with multiple teams
- Proficient in Highrise Kanixx
- Attention to detail and good documentation practices
- Willingness to travel to vendor locations and project sites when required
Eligibility:
- Minimum 15 year of relevant experience in purchase with a developer firm.