Supply Chain - Non Food Procurement

Role OverviewWe are looking for a strategic and result-oriented procurement professional to lead the Non-Food Procurement function. The role will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, driving cost optimization, ensuring timely procurement of indirect and operational materials, and partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to support business growth. The ideal candidate should possess strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and experience in managing large procurement portfolios.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Procurement• Develop and execute procurement strategies for non-food categories aligned with business objectives. • Identify cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing, vendor consolidation, and contract negotiations. • Build annual procurement plans and category strategies.Vendor Management• Identify, evaluate, onboard, and develop suppliers. • Conduct periodic supplier performance reviews based on quality, service, cost, and delivery. • Build long-term partnerships while ensuring supplier compliance.Commercial Negotiation & Contracting• Lead commercial negotiations to secure the best value. • Draft, negotiate, and manage supplier contracts and SLAs. • Ensure compliance with procurement policies and governance standards.Stakeholder Management• Collaborate with Operations, Store Development, Marketing, Finance, Facilities, HR, and other business teams to understand procurement requirements. • Provide procurement support for new store launches, expansion projects, and corporate initiatives.Inventory & Supply Planning• Coordinate with planning and warehouse teams to ensure uninterrupted availability of non-food materials. • Monitor procurement lead times and improve supply continuity.Cost & Performance Management• Track procurement KPIs including cost savings, vendor performance, purchase cycle time, and service levels. • Prepare procurement MIS, dashboards, and management reports. • Drive continuous process improvement and automation initiatives.Compliance & Risk Management• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, audit requirements, and statutory regulations. • Identify and mitigate supplier and supply chain risks.Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Commerce, or related discipline. • MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain, Operations, or Procurement preferred.Experience • 5- 7 years of experience in Procurement/Supply Chain, with at least 3–5 years managing Non-Food Procurement. • Experience in Retail, QSR, FMCG, Food & Beverage, Hospitality, or E-commerce is highly preferred. • Experience managing procurement budgets and multiple vendor partners.