FILING INFORMATIONNameManager – Procurement, operational suppliesDepartmentSCO ProcurementLocationMumbaiPosition reports toSenior Director, Technology and operational supplies – SCO ProcurementROLES & RESPONSIBILITIESKey responsibilities
Procurement activities for day to day operational supplies like branding, gifting items, safety items, consumables etc.
Coordination with end user teams to ensure clarity of the specifications and expectations. This is a key step to ensure maximum clarity is derived whilst obtaining a clear scope on the requirements and supporting Business.
New Supplier developments for specialized and one time business requirements. This will require to enhance and utilize existing supplier database to ensure quality suppliers.
Work closely for devising long term strategy for market knowledge development & devise market benchmarking in the services area.
Manage end to end procurement requests (PR’s) within Oracle and ensure timely release and closure of such requests whilst following compliance.
Drive Cost optimization & Efficiency improvement initiatives
Coordination with Vendor – End to End follow-ups and coordination until project is finally implemented.
Negotiate with external vendors to secure advantageous terms, finalize purchase details of orders and deliveries. Communicate recommendations.
Ensure suppliers submit digitally signed invoices towards all the purchase orders placed. Closure and tracking of open contracts, PR’s and PO’s would be of key essence.
Close collaboration with business partners.
Be a business enabler with market knowledge, best practices and resolving pain points of business as “Partner”
Graduate / Postgraduate from reputed university
At least 7 years' experience in indirect and operational supply procurement
Should have hands on experience in negotiating with suppliers
Oracle fusion /ERP and e sourcing working experience desired
Able to build, influence and maintain effective and productive relationships with internal stakeholders as well as external suppliers
Task oriented and ability to understand new trends in market and implement in D P World through Procurement efforts and alignment.
Able to work well under pressure and manage emergency
- Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques as well as a dexterity in “reading” the market
Decision making ability and excellent analytical skills with proactive approach
Skills Required
- Graduate or Postgraduate from reputed university
- At least 7 years' experience in indirect and operational supply procurement
- Hands-on experience negotiating with suppliers
- Oracle Fusion / ERP experience
- E-sourcing working experience
- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and suppliers
- Task-oriented with ability to identify and implement market trends through procurement
- Ability to work well under pressure and manage emergencies
- Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques and market reading dexterity
- Decision-making ability and excellent analytical skills with proactive approach
DP World Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Fair & Transparent Compensation: Pay is considered competitive in many contexts, with strong salary perceptions in several regions. Feedback suggests compensation is sometimes viewed as equitable, with salary practices described as compliant and fair.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits: Wellness initiatives, flexible working hours, and practical supports like reimbursements for mobile, home internet, and home‑office equipment are emphasized. Feedback suggests these benefits contribute meaningfully to everyday work‑life needs.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare Strength: Health coverage is described as comprehensive in some locations, including medical emergency coverage and life insurance. A broader emphasis on health, safety, and wellbeing programs reinforces this support.
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What We Do
Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally. With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 108,000 employees, spanning 74 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future. We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses – Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades. What’s more, we’re reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door. We make trade flow, to change what’s possible for everyone.
