Agm - Procurement

Job Req ID: 46028
- Location: Ernakulam, IN
- Function: Commercial/ Finance
- About:

- Vodafone Idea Limited is an Aditya Birla Group and Vodafone Group partnership. It is India’s leading telecom service provider. The Company provides pan India Voice and Data services across 2G, 3G and 4G platform. With the large spectrum portfolio to support the growing demand for data and voice, the company is committed to deliver delightful customer experiences and contribute towards creating a truly ‘Digital India’ by enabling millions of citizens to connect and build a better tomorrow. The Company is developing infrastructure to introduce newer and smarter technologies, making both retail and enterprise customers future ready with innovative offerings, conveniently accessible through an ecosystem of digital channels as well as extensive on-ground presence. The Company is listed on National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India.

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At VIL, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best.

VIL's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our Values of Passion, Boldness, Trust, Speed and Digital. Consequently, our recruiting efforts are directed towards attracting and retaining best and brightest talents. Our endeavour is to be First Choice for prospective employees.

VIL is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce.

Role profile

Role title: Procurement Lead

Function: Commercial

Band: M-2

Department: Commercial

Reports to: VP-Commercial

Location: Ernakulam

Role purpose:
Procurement lead provides forward looking procurement and commercial insights to DBS stakeholders that help achieve business intentions using your sound understanding of supplier economics, supply market options and opportunities.

Key accountabilities and decision ownership

Ware house
- Cost reduction initiatives
- ii) Competition benchmarking
- iii) New vendor development iv) Extension of best practices
- i) On time material delivery for all items (NW, Mktg,etc) month on month basis to achieve Cluster's monthly targets for Rollout, Customer Service, etc
- ii) Reduction of Total & Non-Moving Inventory (including spares)
- iii) Effective Scrap management
- Ensure timely closures of RFPs, contract renewals, supplier onboarding and evaluation
- HSW, Compliance and Skill development

Core competencies, knowledge and experience:

- Process being transformed and an understanding of how the process/system integrates with other processes and initiatives
- SAP
- Suppliers
- Federal Acquisition Regulations
- Procurement
- Excel
- Market prices and trends
- Quality standards
- Sources of supply
- Contract law
- Develop objectives, requirements, and templates for reports and ensure proper communication

Experience: 7-10 of Procurement lead

Professional qualifications:

- Desired: Graduate

**Vodafone Idea Limited** (formerly Idea Cellular Limited)
An Aditya Birla Group & Vodafone partnership