Senior Manager -Supply Chain Finance and Innovation

The Company:  A leading provider of secure print solutions, catering to the banking, education, and government sectors. With a commitment to innovation and quality, we deliver a range of products and services designed to meet the evolving needs of its clients.

Job Role:

A  finance-savvy procurement leader  who can bring in best practices, negotiate strategically
with suppliers, unlock cost efficiencies, and create a value-driven supply chain ecosystem.
Someone with  innovation and re-engineering capabilities , who has a track record of delivering value and efficiencies.

Qualification:

CA / ICWA / MBA (Finance) with additional exposure to supply chain or procurement preferred.

Experience:

12+ years in finance, procurement, or supply chain leadership roles. Proven track record of strategic vendor negotiations and cost optimization in manufacturing intensive businesses.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Procurement Leadership:
- Drive procurement strategies to reduce overall raw material and capex costs and lead supplier negotiations.
- Establish long-term strategic partnerships with key vendors while maintaining competitive pricing.
2. Cost Optimization & Value Creation:
- Analyse spend data and identify cost-saving opportunities across procurement categories.
- Develop mechanisms to track Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and supplier performance.
3. Supply Chain Best Practices:
- Bring in global supply chain practices to optimize sourcing, contracting, and inventory management.
- Implement robust vendor evaluation and compliance frameworks aligned with sustainability and EUDR goals.
4. Financial Integration:
- Work closely with the CFO and finance team to align procurement decisions with business P&L objectives.
- Drive EBITDA margin improvement through efficient sourcing strategies.