Procurement Manager / Sr. Procurement Manager (Largest Education's Franchise

Job Description: Position: Procurement Manager / Sr. Procurement Manager Department: Supply Chain Years of Experience: 15+ Years Budget: 15 LPA Number of Positions: 1 Job Description: PFA Procurement Manager / Sr. Procurement Manager Vertical: Supply Chain Department: Procurement Location: Mumbai Qualification: Bachelors/Masters in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or Finance Experience: 15+ years in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Strategic Sourcing Job Description: Key Responsibilities: Identify, evaluate, and onboard qualified and cost-effective suppliers/vendors. Negotiate long-term contracts, SLAs, and rate agreements aligned with business needs. Drive cost savings through vendor consolidation, alternate sourcing, and TCO analysis. Oversee end-to-end procurement processes including timely PO execution and delivery follow-ups. Ensure contract compliance and adherence to procurement policies and legal frameworks. Monitor vendor performance using defined KPIs and take corrective action when needed. Collaborate with finance, operations, and supply chain teams to align procurement with business strategy. Provide regular reports and insights to senior leadership on procurement performance, savings, and risks. Lead and mentor a procurement team, fostering a high-performance culture. Mitigate supply chain risks by ensuring continuity and supplier diversification. Scope of work This role encompasses strategic procurement planning, execution, and supplier management. The incumbent will be responsible for building resilient procurement frameworks, optimizing costs, ensuring timely availability of materials/services, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. The position includes cross-functional leadership, contract negotiation, ERP utilization, and driving vendor performance for long-term organizational value. Skills and Qualities: Strong supplier/vendor negotiation and contract management skills Proven leadership in managing large procurement teams (5+ team members) Deep understanding of procurement operations, compliance, and cost-saving techniques Knowledge of SAP and MM module is an added advantage Analytical mindset with expertise in TCO and risk management Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities Strong project management and decision-making skills Ability to work under pressure and deliver within tight timelines High level of integrity and adherence to ethical procurement practices Strategic thinking with a problem-solving orientation Perks and Benefits: Excellent Career Progression Competitive Compensation Package Health Insurance Energetic and Enthusiastic Work Environment Performance Bonus Employee Development Plans Celebration and Reward .