Location: Mumbai, India

About Us:

Dai-ichi is a leader in the specialty chemicals industry, dedicated to innovation and excellence in

chemical manufacturing. We are looking for a highly skilled Procurement Manager to oversee

our procurement operations, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with

international standards.

Job Summary:

The Procurement Manager will be responsible for the entire procurement function, managing

the acquisition cycles for raw materials and packaging, including solvents, fatty alcohols, and

other general industrial chemicals. This role demands a strategic approach to vendor

negotiations, import/export logistics, and maintaining robust supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage procurement of both indigenous and imported chemical raw materials and

packaging materials.

• Lead negotiations with vendors and finalize contracts to optimize cost and ensure

quality.

• Ensure strict compliance with statutory, ISO standards, and environmental safety

regulations.

• Oversee the complete procure-to-payment cycle and assist in vendor audits.

• Develop and maintain effective supplier relationships, including sourcing new materials

as per R&D requirements and eliminating single sourcing risks.

• Implement strategies for cost control, stay updated on market trends, and conduct spend

analysis to foster long-term savings.

• Plan and manage logistics for raw materials and packaging aligned with the production

schedule.

• Develop and train the procurement team, set performance goals, and align procurement

strategies with organizational objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably Chemical, or a Graduate with a Diploma in

Materials Management (DMM) or an MBA.

• 10-15 years of experience in procurement, ideally within the specialty or fine chemicals

sector in India.

• Proficient in SAP ERP, with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Excellent negotiation skills and a proven track record in cost reduction.

• Certification in Supply Chain Management from APICS or ISM is preferred.

Why Join Dai-ichi:

• Opportunity to work with a global leader in specialty chemicals.

• Dynamic and challenging work environment.

• Role critical to the company’s supply chain efficiency and cost management.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.