Assistant Manager - Procurement

Job Title: Assistant Manager - Procurement
Location: Madurai

Role Purpose:

• Manage and oversee long-term agreements for C&F (Clearing and Forwarding) operations, including Rental and BOOT model agreements.
• Explore and finalize vendor partnerships and pricing for various freight requirements, including:

• Road Freight
• Air and Sea Freight
• Courier and Last Mile Delivery agreements
• Customs House Agent (CHA) agreements.

• Handle strategic sourcing for indirect procurement items, including:

• Capital Expenditure (Capex)
• Office Consumables
• Professional Business Services
• IT Requirements

Principal Accountabilities:

• Validate purchase requests, ensuring price approvals are in accordance with the Delegation of Authority (DoA), and create/update Purchase Information Records (PIR) in VPMS.
• Create vendor codes in VDMS and manage necessary changes in vendor master data.
• Identify and explore cost-saving opportunities, initiate new projects, and achieve the set savings targets.
• Generate purchase orders for all materials and services in SAP.
• Raise requests for vendor advance payments and create tickets for new item codes in SNOW.
• Communicate purchase order and advance payment details to suppliers.
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of materials and services.
• Liaise with the finance team for vendor advance reconciliation and resolve GST defaults.
• Provide support to end users by coordinating with Customs House Agents (CHA) and freight forwarders to resolve customs clearance issues.
• Adhere to procurement policies and ensure the achievement of all Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Manage audits, including Group Internal Audits and Controllership reviews.
• Oversee supplier performance and ensure continuous improvement.
• Manage agreements and contracts with suppliers.

Education, Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering (B.E/B Tech), or a related field.
• Advanced certifications in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Logistics are an advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the Procurement/Supply Chain domain. In-depth knowledge of end-to-end procurement and logistics operations, with specific expertise in managing freight and warehouse processes.
• Expertise in C&F (Clearing and Forwarding) Management and CHA handling.
• Solid understanding of Agreements and Contracts related to procurement and vendor management.
• Proficiency in Advanced Excel, Data Analytics, and the use of Digital Tools for process optimization

Desirable:

• Relevant Procurement experience.
• Deep understanding of P2P (Procure-to-Pay) Processes and their implementation

At Coats Group, we are committed to innovation, excellence, and fostering a diverse and collaborative environment where every team member can thrive. If you are passionate about making an impact in the textile industry and eager to join a global leader with a rich heritage and a forward-thinking approach, we invite you to take the next step in your career with us.