Head of Procurement

Develop and execute long-term procurement strategies aligned with corporate goals, market trends, and risk mitigation. Lead strategic sourcing across direct and indirect categories to ensure innovation, cost-efficiency, and supply reliability. Manage supplier segmentation, category planning, and contract lifecycle to maximize value and performance. Negotiate high-value contracts and build strategic partnerships that support business growth and sustainability. Collaborate with Engineering, R D, and Finance to enable early supplier involvement and design-to-cost initiatives. Monitor global market dynamics, geopolitical risks, and regulatory changes to adapt sourcing strategies proactively. Champion digital procurement transformation through e-sourcing platforms, analytics, and supplier portals. Oversee daily procurement operations including MRP-driven purchasing and inventory control. Manage the full purchase-to-pay process, including PO placement, logistics coordination, invoice handling, and payment execution. Ensure timely and accurate procurement of raw materials, components, consumables, and indirect goods and services. Optimize inventory levels to balance cost, availability, and production continuity. Coordinate with production planning, logistics, and warehouse departments to ensure efficient material flow and delivery. Monitor supplier performance (OTD, quality, responsiveness) and lead corrective actions and continuous improvement. Support internal and external audits, compliance processes, and procurement-related risk assessments. Track and report procurement KPIs, prepare dashboards for leadership, and ensure alignment with governance standards. Lead and develop a team of operational buyers and procurement specialists with a focus on manufacturing excellence. Lead and develop a team of strategic buyers focused on excellence, stability, agility, innovation and partnership. Provide training, coaching, training and performance feedback to ensure team effectiveness and alignment with operational goals. Promote a culture of continuous improvement, lean thinking, and operational excellence across procurement functions.