Prepare and issue Request for Quotation( RFQs), obtain offers, clarify, negotiate with suppliers
Create requests for new supplier onboarding in ARIBA , SAP and Vendor data maintenance
Prepare Purchase orders based on verified specifications, Terms and conditions, Material codes & Prices
Check for lead times from suppliers, Track delivery schedules, verify Manufacturing readiness at suppliers
Co-ordinate with internal teams/supplier for ontime Material delivery, participate in issue resolution with suppliers as needed, support effective recovery plans.
Manage proper communication with the suppliers, monitor and expedite Orders
Travel to supplier location for Order expedition as required
Coordinate with logistics and suppliers to ensure on time shipment and follow up where required
Drives key metrics around PO cycle time, on-time delivery, on-time payments, payment term improvement
Spearheaded process improvement initiatives, resulting in streamlined Purchase Order (PO) cycle times and enhanced operational accuracy such as PO automation project
Supports payments to suppliers and work closely with Accounts Payable on resolutions
Ensure compliance to procurement processes and practices