Procurement Lead – Manufacturing | Sopan | Pune, Maharashtra, India
Sopan is hiring experienced professionals for the role of Procurement Lead at its engineering and manufacturing operations in Pune, Maharashtra, India. This full-time opportunity is suitable for candidates with 12 to 16 years of experience in procurement management, vendor development, industrial sourcing, supply chain coordination, purchase planning, and manufacturing support operations within engineering environments. The selected candidate will manage procurement activities, coordinate with vendors and project teams, monitor material availability, negotiate procurement contracts, maintain sourcing documentation, and ensure timely procurement support for manufacturing and project operations. Candidates having expertise in procurement systems, industrial purchasing, supplier management, inventory planning, cost optimization, and manufacturing coordination will be preferred. This role offers valuable exposure to advanced procurement technologies, engineering supply chain systems, operational sourcing environments, and industrial management practices focused on procurement efficiency, vendor optimization, operational continuity, and cost-effective manufacturing support.
Location
Pune, Maharashtra, IndiaEmployment Type
Full-timeExperience Required
12 to 16Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary package with procurement leadership exposure, industrial sourcing opportunities, and long-term career advancement.About Sopan
Sopan operates in the engineering industry specializing in industrial manufacturing systems, engineering solutions, project execution, and operational infrastructure support.Position Overview
The Procurement Lead will oversee sourcing operations, procurement coordination, and vendor management activities for engineering and manufacturing projects.Key Responsibilities
- Manage procurement and sourcing operations for projects.
- Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and internal departments.
- Monitor material planning and procurement schedules.
- Negotiate procurement contracts and supplier agreements.
- Maintain procurement records and vendor documentation.
- Ensure timely availability of project and production materials.
- Support inventory optimization and supply chain coordination.
- Participate in vendor evaluation and performance reviews.
- Drive procurement cost optimization initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
Required Skills & Competencies
- Strong understanding of industrial procurement systems.
- Knowledge of manufacturing sourcing and vendor management.
- Leadership and supplier coordination expertise.
- Communication and negotiation abilities.
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking capabilities.
- Awareness of industrial procurement compliance standards.
- Ability to manage procurement workflows efficiently.
- Attention to sourcing quality and operational accuracy.
- Strategic planning and inventory coordination skills.
- Adaptability to engineering and manufacturing environments.