Description# Plan, monitor and manage development and management of strategic suppliers / tie-ups related to the assigned RM requirements to ensure effective material management; continuously update vendor master database.
# Liaison with current and potential suppliers on a periodic basis to build a strong relationship and capitalize on the same for collaborative partnerships .
# Conduct negotiations on financial and other terms and conditions for supply of Class B +C items. Assist the Lead - Supply Chain in finalization of supplier and closure on the contract balancing company’s short term & long term interests.
# Deploy SOPs around Class B + C /import procurement (PR, PO, Closing orders etc) to mitigate risk and ensure standardized and transparent procurement while adhering to internal SLAs; Oversee the complete end to end sourcing and procurement process for all assigned RM.
# Co-ordinate with vendors to ensure that they comply with the agreed upon standards in terms of price, quality, quantity, and defect percentage and other agreed upon metrics.