Procurement Consultant

Our client, An American Multinational Consumer Products Company, is looking for an experienced Procurement Consultant with a strong background in Direct Procurement to support procurement operations and strategic sourcing initiatives for a short-term engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage end-to-end direct procurement activities, including sourcing, supplier identification, evaluation, negotiation and contracting.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies to optimise procurement costs while ensuring quality and timely delivery.
Identify, assess and onboard suppliers in line with organisational procurement requirements.
Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, contracts and service-level agreements with vendors.
Drive cost optimisation, savings initiatives and procurement efficiencies.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and monitor vendor performance.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders across business, finance, operations and supply chain to understand procurement requirements.
Ensure adherence to procurement policies, processes and compliance standards.
Analyse procurement spend and identify opportunities for strategic sourcing and process improvements.
Note-
Duration: 3-4 Months
Location: Mumbai
Capacity: Full time, Hybrid
Skills Required
Minimum 5–6 years of hands-on experience in Direct Procurement.
Strong understanding of strategic sourcing, supplier management, vendor negotiations and contract management.
Experience managing end-to-end procurement processes.
Proven ability to drive cost savings and optimise procurement spend.
Strong analytical, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
Proficiency in MS Excel and procurement-related tools/systems would be an advantage.
Prior experience in the FMCG industry, preferably with a reputed organisation, would be an added advantage.

Skills
Procurement, Excel, Negotiation, Sourcing

Work arrangement
Hybrid