Lead Buyer

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

• Lead procurement activities for cementitious materials and assigned categories.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Drive annual sourcing plans and establish long-term supply agreements.
• Ensure uninterrupted availability of materials to support project requirements.

End-to-End Procurement Management

• Execute the complete procurement cycle including:
  • Vendor identification and development
  • Request for Quotations (RFQs)
  • Bid analysis and evaluation
  • Commercial negotiations
  • Contract finalization and award
• Ensure procurement activities are completed within agreed timelines.

Market Intelligence & Cost Optimization

• Conduct market research and industry analysis.
• Monitor commodity price movements and market trends.
• Perform supplier benchmarking and competitive analysis.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, value engineering, and process improvements.
• Drive commercial negotiations to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality and service standards.

Supplier Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance against defined KPIs.
• Identify and develop alternate sources to ensure business continuity and mitigate supply risks.
• Resolve supply, quality, and commercial issues in a timely manner.

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate closely with projects, business units, and cross-functional teams.
• Engage with internal stakeholders to understand procurement requirements and priorities.
• Provide procurement expertise and recommendations to leadership teams.
• Support supplier and stakeholder engagements to strengthen partnerships and business outcomes.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Maintain compliance with contractual requirements and audit guidelines.
• Ensure proper documentation and procurement governance.
• Support audit reviews and implementation of corrective actions where required.