Assistant Manager - GBS Procurement

Overview

Assistant Manager for GBS Procurement in Coimbatore, India, leading a team of buyers to process purchase orders accurately in a fast-paced environment while managing stakeholder relationships and meeting performance targets.

What you'll do

• Handle a team of 30+ buyers.
• Work on shortage management with buyers and assist in resolving Accounts Payable, warehouse and RTV challenges.
• Follow up to ensure POs are placed on time and there are no past due orders; work on POAN action items.
• Ensure there are no production line down situations.
• Ensure adherence to targets set for all process metrics.
• Perform quarterly and annual performance appraisals for team members.
• Ensure timely generation and circulation of reports and dashboards.
• Mentor the team and guide them toward effective discharge of functions.
• Handle escalations and escalate matters requiring senior management attention on a timely basis.
• Train new and existing team members on an ongoing basis on relevant tools or topics.
• Perform root cause analysis to expedite resolution of service issues.
• Identify, recommend and implement operational efficiencies to drive continuous improvement in procurement processes.
• Prepare customized reports for analyzing and incorporating process improvements.
• Drive process improvements and have succession plans in place for all critical resources.
• Ensure detailed process documentation is in place for training new employees.
• Schedule regular calls with suppliers and drive supplier performance improvement.
• Conduct daily KPI, huddle and dashboard reviews; review parts count, HC, dashboard, metrics and 4UP-Update Host.
• Hold weekly/bimonthly calls with site stakeholders.
• Address issues with suppliers by leading discussions and involving other teams where needed.
• Conduct talent reviews of buyers' performance and plan their career paths.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, with extensive knowledge of purchasing policies and practices.
• Minimum of 8+ years of related experience.
• Experience in buying and internal MIS reporting (mandatory).
• Knowledge of computer software applications, MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint (mandatory).
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience in order processing, supply chain management, order management, or end-to-end procurement (preferred).
• Knowledge of ERP, preferably BAAN.
• Experience in the manufacturing industry, preferably electronics.
• Knowledge of MS Office and MS Outlook.
• Good analytical skills.
• Flexible for night shift (7pm to 4am).

Nice to have

• Master's degree.

Details

• Location: Coimbatore, India.
• Night shift: 7pm to 4am.