Procurement Manager

Confidential Company

Procurement & Supply Management

• Plan and manage procurement of raw materials for corrugated packaging production such as kraft paper, test liner, fluting medium, adhesives, inks, and packaging consumables.

• Ensure timely sourcing of machinery, spare parts, and maintenance materials for corrugation machines and converting lines.

• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with production and warehouse teams to ensure continuous supply of materials.

• Prepare purchase orders and ensure procurement is completed within approved budgets.

Vendor Management & Negotiation

• Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable local and international suppliers.

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contracts with suppliers.

• Maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure consistent supply and service quality.

• Conduct supplier performance evaluations to ensure compliance with company standards.

• Manage contracts, agreements, and SLAs.

Cost Control & Budget Management

• Monitor material costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction and value engineering.

• Prepare procurement budgets and track expenditures against approved budgets.

• Analyze market trends in raw material pricing and recommend purchasing strategies.

• Implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising product quality.

Coordination with Production & Planning

• Coordinate with production, planning, and warehouse teams to understand material requirements.

• Ensure procurement supports production schedules and delivery commitments.

• Manage urgent material requirements and resolve supply chain issues affecting production.

• Maintain optimal stock levels to avoid shortages or overstocking

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate procurement documentation including purchase orders, supplier contracts, and delivery records.

• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and audit requirements.

• Support quality and ISO standards related to purchasing processes.

Market Research & Strategic Sourcing

• Monitor global and local market trends for paper and packaging raw materials. • Explore alternative suppliers and materials to improve cost efficiency.

• Support long-term procurement strategies for sustainable supply.

ERP & Process Management

• Ensure all procurement activities are recorded in the ERP system (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics)

• Maintain accurate supplier and item master data

• Improve procurement workflows and approval processes

• Support ERP implementation and continuous improvement

Team Leadership

• Lead and supervise procurement officers and store coordination

• Train team members on procurement procedures and ERP usage

• Set KPIs and monitor team performance