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ROLE SUMMARY The Procurement Manager will be responsible for end-to-end sourcing and procurement of finishing materials, fixtures, fittings, and specialised trade services required for interior fit-out and furniture manufacturing projects. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Lead procurement planning for furniture & finishing materials - Develop, evaluate, and maintain an approved vendor base across finishing material categories; conduct periodic vendor audits and performance reviews. - Drive cost-effective sourcing through competitive bidding, negotiation, and rate contracts, while maintaining quality benchmarks aligned with design and technical specifications. - Coordinate closely with Design, Estimation, Site/Project teams, and the Manufacturing unit to ensure timely material availability and avoid project delays. - Track material lead times, place and follow up on purchase orders, and proactively manage supply risks for critical-path items. - Negotiate commercial terms, credit periods, and annual rate contracts with key suppliers to optimise working capital. - Ensure procurement documentation, approvals, and processes comply with company policy and statutory requirements (GST, e-way bills, contracts). - Monitor market trends, recent materials, and alternate vendors to improve cost competitiveness and material innovation. - Manage procurement budgets and provide MIS/cost variance reports to management on a regular basis. - Resolve vendor disputes, quality escalations, and delivery issues in coordination with quality and project teams. - Mentor and supervise junior procurement/purchase executives within the team. KEY REQUIREMENTS - MBA/PG Diploma in Supply Chain or Materials Management preferred. - 812 years of procurement experience, with a significant portion in the interior fit-out, furniture manufacturing, joinery, or construction finishing industry. - Solid working knowledge of finishing materials, specifications, and standard industry brands/vendors. - Proven negotiation skills and a track record of cost savings on materials and services procurement. . experiance: 144 skill: Sourcing, Procurement, Vendor Management, Negotiation, Supply Chain Management, Cost Management, Quality Management, Budget Management, industry: Manufacturing .