Assistant Manager – Sourcing Full Time NEW

About Godrej Industries Group (GIG)

At the Godrej Industries Group, we are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services and chemicals industries.

https://www.godrejindustries.com/

About Godrej Industries Limited (Chemicals)

Godrej Industries Limited (Chemicals Division) is one of the oldest businesses of the Godrej Industries Group with a rich legacy and a pioneering presence in the Chemical Industry. We proactively collaborate with our partners to create sustainable solutions in the Oleochemicals, Derivatives and Surfactants market.

https://www.godrejchemicals.com/

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out periodic material balance for various raw materials such as Base Chemicals & Packaging Mat etc.
• Using this material balance & the sales forecast , arrive at quantity to bought of each item on weekly basis.
• Sending enquiries for offers to multiple suppliers to get offers in time.
• Making comparative charts / business case using quotations/offers from different suppliers/ market inputs/adding own insights. Arrive at buying decision for awarding business price/ quantity allocation & help taking calls on period of contract.
• Supplier handling knowledge.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to optimize inventory levels and material flow while minimizing stock-out risks.
• Continually optimize supply chain with respect to price, inventory, supply continuity, and terms and conditions.
• Align pricing of raw material with sales team through Product manager.
• Periodic monitoring of benchmark price and crude prices. Tracking price trends of PP,HDPE/LDPE, Caustic Peroxide, Sulfur & some other commodities
• Understand the impact of factors affecting the various raw materials.
• Evaluate market conditions to alleviate and mitigate supplier and raw material risks.
• Identify and qualify potential suppliers, evaluate, and communicate performance, manage, and develop long-term partnerships with suppliers to enhance overall capabilities and result in more efficient product development and a more agile supply chain. co-ordination with production, QC & sales/marketing to ensure timely deliveries of material.
• Vendor development from different Geographies for de-risking supply chain. Working with vendors to improve credit period, any other improvements leading to cost reduction, working capital reduction.
• Work closely with suppliers to proactively identify opportunities for implementation of cost optimization, lead time reductions, quality enhancements, and overall improved service levels.
• Drive sustainable procurement initiatives and system improvement projects.
• Handle ISO/TS Audits and customer audits/ audit suppliers.

Education

• B.E (Chemical) & MBA (Supply Chain)

Skills

• Negotiation &Analytical skills
• Microsoft excel, creating & analysing data, charts.
• Planning , Analysis & problem solving.
• Influencing
• Resilience & Collaboration
• Influencing skills/Patience
• Commercial awareness, Market awareness & communication skills
• Customer Centric & Relationship Building
• Self-motivated go-getter
• Well versed with Excel sheets & numbers

Work Experience

6–8 years

Benefits

What’s in it for you? 

Be an equal parent 

Childcare benefits for the birthing parent, commissioning parent (in case of surrogacy) or adoptive parent, and their partners 

• 6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible work options on return for primary caregivers 
• 2 months paid leave for secondary caregivers 
• Caregiver travel for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel 

Coverage for childbirth and fertility treatment 

No place for discrimination at Godrej  

Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy  

Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses  

Coverage for gender reassignment surgery and hormone replacement therapy  

Community partnerships and advocacy 

Persons with Disability (PwD) care 

We are selfish about your wellness  

Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options  

Elder care for those who might need to extend support to senior family members  

Preventative healthcare support 

Outpatient Department (OPD) coverage, including vaccinations, dental, vision, etc.  

Uncapped sick leave  

Flexible work options, including remote working and part-time work 

Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources, and counselling 

Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way  

Structured recognition platforms for individual, team, and business-level achievements  

Digital and offline instant recognition platforms 

An inclusive Godrej

Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been, for over a century. It’s not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse – especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities – helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you. 

We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognise merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members.  

If this sounds like a role for you, apply now!

We look forward to meeting you.