Manager / Senior Manager – Purchase

Job description

**Job Title:** Manager / Senior Manager – Purchase **Location:** Bangalore **Job Summar** y We are looking for a dynamic and result-oriente **d Manager / Senior Manager – Purcha** se to lead procurement operations across multiple categories including food, packaging, Capex, Opex, and store supplies. The ideal candidate must have prior experience in the QSR industry, a strong understanding of procurement and commercial negotiations, and **a proven track record of delivering measurable cost savin** gs through strategic sourcing, vendor consolidation, and process improvement **s. Add to Key Responsibilit** - ies Drive strategic sourcing initiatives to achi **eve year-on-year procurement cost sav** ings while maintaining quality and service standa - rds.Identify cost optimization opportunities through vendor negotiations, alternate sourcing, value engineering, and contract managem - ent.Develop and execute procurement strategies that improve commercial terms and reduce overall procurement co - sts.Track and report procurement savings, cost avoidance, and vendor performance metr **ics. Preferred Qualifications & S** - **killsBachelor's or Master's degree in Commerce (B.Com/M.Com) is manda** - **tory.8–12 years of experience in procurement/purchase functions with prior exposure to Accounts or procurement fin** - **ance.Demonstrated track record of delivering measurable procurement cost savings and commercial value through effective sourcing and negotiat** - ions.Mandatory experience in QSR / Food Service / Retail F&B indu - stry.Strong knowledge of procurement processes, vendor management, commercial negotiations, and supply plan - ning.Strong understanding of vendor reconciliation, invoice processing, and procurement financial cont - rols.Excellent negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management sk ills.