Deputy Manager – Indirect Procurement
Location: Noida Uttar Pradesh, India
Experience Required: 12+ Years
Salary: 12-16 LPA
Job Type: Full-time
About the Job
The Deputy Manager – Indirect Procurement will lead sourcing, vendor management, and procurement operations for indirect categories to optimize cost, ensure compliance, and support organizational efficiency. This role drives strategic sourcing initiatives and strengthens supplier relationships across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for indirect categories (MRO, IT, facilities, office supplies, marketing, travel, professional services).
- Analyze spend data, identify cost-saving opportunities, and drive total cost optimization.
- Manage full supplier lifecycle—selection, evaluation, negotiation, onboarding, and performance monitoring.
- Lead contract negotiations ensuring compliance with legal, commercial, and organizational policies.
- Oversee procurement operations including PO management, delivery tracking, issue resolution, and invoice alignment.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver procurement solutions.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, standards, and audit requirements.
- Utilize e-procurement and spend analytics tools; maintain supplier data and documentation.
- Identify and implement process improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of proven experience in indirect procurement.
- Strong expertise in indirect categories, global supply markets, and strategic sourcing practices.
- Proficiency in contract management, negotiations, and supplier performance evaluation.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to derive insights from spend data.
- Experience working with finance, operations, and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Skills
- Hands-on experience with e-procurement systems and spend analytics tools.
- Ability to identify cost-saving and efficiency improvement opportunities.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work under pressure.
- High level of integrity, confidentiality, and organizational discipline.
- Demonstrated project management and continuous improvement mindset.