Senior Buyer – Procurement Specialist

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Buyer to manage the procurement of critical items across our manufacturing sites. The role involves validating technical specifications, conducting negotiations, and ensuring timely ordering through SAP. The successful candidate will support audit resolution and collaborate closely with internal stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Validate technical requirements against vendor specifications and user needs.
• Conduct second‑round negotiations and present recommendations to the buying manager.
• Identify alternative vendors and manage category‑specific sourcing for manufacturing projects.
• Create purchase orders and record transactions in the SAP system.
• Address internal and external audit issues related to procurement promptly.
• Support fellow buyers in resolving procurement challenges.

Required profile

• B.Tech or B.E. degree.
• 6–9 years of experience in category‑based sourcing and manufacturing procurement.
• Proven experience in supply management within a plant operations environment.
• Strong analytical mindset and commercial acumen.

Required skills

• SAP procurement module.