WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE:
Lead:
- Supplier Management: Identify and engage with local and international suppliers, establishing long-term partnerships that support quality, cost efficiency, and timely delivery of materials
- Develop a deep understanding of quotation model that India CM is using and optimize the cost from RPM, ME and logistics perspectives.
- Cost Management: Monitor procurement costs, negotiate favorable terms, and implement cost-saving initiatives with CM and RPM suppliers
- Procurement Strategy: Support in the development and execution of procurement strategies tailored to the Indian market, ensuring alignment with the overall business objectives for LIQUID I.V.’s expansion.
Lead and Support:
- Cost Analysis for LIQUID I.V. global markets (China, Europe & Australia: Conduct cost analysis and monitor cost structures for localized production in Europe and Australia, identifying opportunities for cost optimization
- Daily Operation support: work closely with local x-functional team (supply chain, R&D, QA, RA) and CM team to ensure the smooth production and OTIF
- Performance Monitoring: work with local SC team and track supplier performance through KPIs, ensuring that suppliers meet quality, delivery, and cost expectations. Address any issues promptly.
- Assist in supporting operational work not limited to LIQUID I.V.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
Experience & Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree in business, finance, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred
- Strong understanding of supply chain management principles and procurement best practices
- Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, ideally in the FMCG or consumer health industry.
Skills:
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills .
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to analyze significant amount of data and make informed decisions.
- Knowledge of the Indian market and experience in managing procurement processes in India is highly preferred.
Leadership
- Entrepreneurship and ownership which are key to drive growth for a young business.
- Result driven, you are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.
- As an individual working in Wellbeing, you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work. You must also focus on the consumers and what they need.