Assistant Manager - Procurement - Military veterans preferred

Job Title - Assistant Manager – Procurement
Function - Procurement, Real Estate & Administration
Reports To - Head – Procurement & Administration
Location - Mumbai, India

About Blue Dart Express India

Blue Dart Express India, a leader in logistics and express delivery, is part of the DHL Group. With an extensive network covering over 37,000+ locations across the country, we continue to set benchmarks in speed, efficiency, and service excellence. As an employer, Blue Dart is committed to creating a high-performing, agile, and customer-centric organization, ensuring seamless procurement processes that drive operational excellence.

Position Overview

The Assistant Manager – Procurement will support materials, services, Infra, Material handling equipment’s and Automation procurement to ensure cost-effective, efficient, and timely sourcing in alignment with industry best practices. This role will focus on vendor management, contract administration, compliance, and procurement process optimization to enhance cost efficiency and operational effectiveness.

Job Purpose

The role is responsible for ensuring seamless procurement operations, maintaining a well-structured vendor base, and ensuring adherence to policies and compliance requirements. The incumbent will work closely with regional procurement teams to execute sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, and optimize procurement spend across all categories.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Strategy & Execution

• Support the end-to-end procurement process for materials, services, Infra, Material handling equipment’s and Automation procurement ensuring alignment with approved budgets and business requirements.
• Collaborate with regional procurement teams to meet annual procurement needs and maintain consistency in procurement execution.
• Ensure cost efficiency through effective negotiations and vendor selection while maintaining quality and delivery standards.
• Implement and monitor adherence to procurement policies, SOPs, and compliance frameworks.

Vendor Management & Contracts Administration

• Identify, evaluate, and empanel vendors for different categories, ensuring a competitive and high-quality supplier base.
• Support in contract negotiations with vendors, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Maintain a central repository for all vendor contracts, tracking validity, renewal timelines, and contract performance metrics.
• Ensure procurement contracts follow Blue Dart’s standard contract format, coordinating with Legal for any deviations.

Operational Procurement & Process Optimization

• Monitor pan-India procurement spends, identifying variations against budget and recommending corrective actions.
• Support in implementing cost-control measures and drive efficiencies in procurement processes.
• Drive adherence to compliance and statutory requirements related to procurement, such as taxation, excise, and import/export regulations.
• Maintain a comprehensive vendor database, ensuring up-to-date records on products, pricing, and terms of service.

Compliance & Performance Monitoring

• Ensure strict adherence to procurement policies, SOPs, and audit guidelines.
• Regularly track and report on procurement turnaround times (TAT), policy compliance, and vendor performance.
• Drive continuous process improvements to enhance procurement efficiency and risk mitigation.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Essential: Engineering in any field, MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain will be added advantage, Procurement, Operations, or Business Management.
• Preferred: Certification in Procurement & Supply Chain (e.g., CIPS, CPSM, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent).

Experience

• Overall: 7 to 9 years of experience in procurement, preferably in logistics, FMCG, or manufacturing.
• Strong expertise materials, services, Infra, Material handling equipment’s and Automation procurement, vendor evaluation, and contract negotiations.
• Experience in procurement governance, audit compliance, and policy adherence.

Technical Skills & Competencies

Core Technical Skills

• Procurement & Strategic Sourcing
• Vendor & Contract Management
• Cost Optimization & Negotiations
• Compliance & Risk Mitigation in Procurement
• Data Analysis & Procurement Metrics
• Knowledge of ERP/SAP & Procurement Tools

Behavioural Competencies

• Analytical Thinking & Decision-Making
• Attention to Detail & Process Orientation
• Strong Negotiation & Relationship Management
• Effective Communication & Stakeholder Collaboration
• Problem-Solving & Process Improvement Mindset

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

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