Associate Procurement Director

3 weeks ago


Chennai, India Hire Rightt - Executive Search & HR Advisory Full time

We are hiring an experienced Associate Director – Procurement to lead strategic procurement, sourcing, and logistics operations for a global organization. This is a high-impact leadership role, responsible for driving procurement transformation, vendor excellence, and cost optimization, while managing senior cross-functional stakeholders worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead end-to-end procurement operations, with a strong focus on strategic sourcing and indirect procurement.
- Oversee global shipping & logistics operations including import/export, shipment execution, and documentation.
- Manage the vendor lifecycle – onboarding, evaluation, performance monitoring, and supplier relationship management.
- Drive digital transformation, process automation, and continuous improvement to optimize costs and efficiency.
- Collaborate with global stakeholders, business leaders, and cross-functional teams to align procurement strategy with business objectives.
- Ensure effective use of SAP MM for purchase orders, contracts, billing, and compliance.
- Lead and develop teams, fostering a culture of accountability, performance, and innovation.

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Requirements:

- 10–15 years of relevant experience in procurement & logistics, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Strong expertise in indirect procurement, vendor management, and supplier performance improvement.
- Proven experience in global logistics, import/export operations, and managing international suppliers.
- Hands-on expertise in SAP MM module.
- Strong project management background with a proven track record of leading digital transformation initiatives.
- Excellent stakeholder management, leadership, and communication skills.
- Industry experience in FMCG, Food & Agribusiness, or Manufacturing preferred.



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