Procurement Manager - FMCG

Company Profile

Job Profile

1. Strategic Procurement Management

• Develop and implement group-wide procurement strategies aligned with business growth plans and market expansion.
• Drive centralized procurement governance across all operating companies to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize procurement spend across regions.
• Standardize procurement policies, processes, and internal controls across all entities.
• Contribute to long-term category and sourcing strategies for sustainable growth.

2. Vendor Management & Sourcing

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard global suppliers for Food, Non - food and FMCG product categories.
• Build and maintain long-term strategic partnerships with key vendors and manufacturers.
• Develop vendor segmentation and manage accordingly.
• Continuously evaluate supplier performance with reference to pricing, quality, service levels and compliance.
• Ensure supplier compliance with contractual obligations, certifications, and ethical standards.

3. Global Supplier Negotiation & Commercial Excellence

• · Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers to secure optimal pricing, margins, payment terms, and supply conditions.
• Negotiate contracts, MOUs, rebates, volume discounts, and credit terms.
• Drive margin improvement through strategic sourcing, consolidation, and value engineering.
• Monitor global commodity trends, freight costs, and currency fluctuations to support negotiation strategies.

4. New Product Development (NPD)

• Identify and introduce new products aligned with market trends and customer demand.
• Coordinate with suppliers for product development, customization, and private labeling where required.
• Conduct feasibility analysis including cost, margins, shelf life, and regulatory requirements.
• Support product launches in coordination with Sales, Marketing, and Operations teams.

5. Global Supply & Demand Planning

• Align procurement planning with sales forecasts, demand planning, and inventory requirements.
• Ensure optimal stock availability while minimizing excess inventory and working capital impact.
• Balance demand and supply across multiple geographies and operating companies.
• Monitor lead times, order cycles, and replenishment strategies.

6. Cost Control & Budgeting

• Monitor procurement budgets and ensure adherence
• Analyze market trends, commodity pricing, and currency fluctuations
• Drive cost optimization without compromising quality

7. Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure procurement practices comply with local and international regulations
• Maintain food safety and quality standards (perishable goods)
• Work closely with QA/QC teams to ensure product compliance

8. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with Sales, Logistics, Finance, and Operations teams
• Align procurement planning with demand forecasting and inventory management
• Support new product development and market/Category expansion initiatives

9. Risk Management & Business Continuity

• Identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Diversify supplier base to reduce dependency and ensure continuity.
• Monitor global supply chain trends and proactively manage risks.

10. Team Leadership & Capability Building

• Lead and mentor procurement teams across multiple geographies.
• Set KPIs, monitor team performance, and drive accountability.
• Build procurement capabilities through training and process improvements.
• Foster a culture of efficiency, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications