Procurement Manager - Project Applications

Location/s: Bengaluru
Relocation supported: Within region; Within country; Not supported, but internal applications are welcome
Recruiter contact: Supriya Yadavalli
 

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Procurement Manager - Project Applications to join our team. This pivotal role involves managing a team of two Category Managers and two Procurement Administrators, overseeing your own sub-category focused on engineering software applications, and ensuring the creation and presentation of high-quality annual category plans to Procurement Leadership. The ideal candidate will drive the maturation of the procurement function in line with organisational expectations. As the Procurement Manager - Project Applications, you will report directly to the Regional Procurement Manager and will work alongside other Procurement Managers to build a strategic and excellent procurement function that aligns with the overall business objectives. 

You will be responsible for leading and mentoring a talented team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. Your strategic vision and leadership will be crucial in continuously assessing and enhancing procurement processes to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with best practices. Building and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers will be essential to ensure high standards of quality, delivery, and cost management. Additionally, you will conduct market research and analysis to stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and potential risks. Ensuring compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards will be a key aspect of your responsibilities. 

Key duties and responsibilities include: 

• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of two Category Managers and two Procurement Administrators, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. 

• Sub-Category Management: Take ownership of a specific sub-category related to engineering software applications, managing end-to-end procurement activities including sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management. 

• Category Planning: Ensure the development of comprehensive annual category plans that align with business objectives and procurement strategies. 

• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with Procurement Leadership and other key stakeholders to present category plans and drive strategic initiatives. 

• Process Improvement: Continuously assess and enhance procurement processes to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with best practices. 

• Supplier Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring high standards of quality, delivery, and cost management. 

• Market Analysis: Conduct market research and analysis to stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and potential risks. 

• Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards. 

• Strategic Collaboration: Work alongside other Procurement Managers to build a strategic and excellent procurement function that supports the overall business objectives. 

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Candidate Specification:

Essential: 

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. 

• Exceptional customer service skills. 

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. 

• Proven experience in procurement, with a strong track record of managing teams and delivering successful procurement strategies. 

• Knowledge of procurement best practices and industry standards. 

• Familiarity with contract management and legal aspects of procurement. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. 

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. 

Desirable: 

• Proficiency in procurement software and tools. 

• Experience in using ServiceNow. 

• Experience of working in a global organisation. 

• Master's degree or relevant certification (e.g., CIPS, CPSM). 

• Experience with procurement of engineering software applications. 

Personal Attributes: 

• Ability to balance demands and priorities and think clearly under pressure. 

• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality. 

• Excellent conflict resolution and communication skills. 

• Logical and analytical approach to solving problems. 

• Strategic thinker with a vision for long-term procurement goals. 

• Proactive and results-oriented, with a focus on continuous improvement. 

• Collaborative and able to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. 

We can offer (subject to Company’s policy):

- Agile and safe working environment

- Competitive annual leave and sick leaves

- Group incentive scheme

- Group term life insurance, Workmen’s compensation and Group medical insurance coverage

- Short and Long-term Global employment opportunities

- Global collaboration and knowledge sharing

- Digital Innovation and Transformation

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

Agile working

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, flexibility and trust.