Procurement Hub Head

Key Responsibilities

Product Development & Production

• Support product development and ensure OTIF and OFR are achieved.
• Ensure growth of PH in terms of quantity/value sourced from vendors.
• Finalize costs and ensure delivery on corporate GP targets.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production-related issues.
• Maintain order stock balance for OFR fulfilment.
• Ensure adherence to timelines and critical path.

Quality Control

• Monitor and support the Quality team with solutions and resolutions.
• Facilitate coordination between QC and Production/Merchandising teams at PH.
• Escalate quality issues to QC HO wherever required.
• Ensure vendor compliance with QC standards.
• Arbitrate issues related to penalties, rejections, and discounts.

Vendor Management

• Formulate vendor strategy aligned with company’s future goals.
• Identify and appoint new vendors to strengthen the vendor base.
• Develop a vendor mix including design-based vendors and cost-advantage vendors.
• Support development and sustain existing vendors as per Product Team requirements.
• Monitor vendor efficiency through visits and vendor assessments.
• Ensure consistent utilization of vendor capacity.

Team Development & Management

• Hire, deploy, and manage team to enhance productivity.
• Identify training needs and ensure timely implementation.
• Conduct detailed induction programs with the Training department.
• Delegate and empower team members while retaining accountability.
• Encourage partnership and manage conflicting opinions effectively.
• Resolve disputes and foster a positive work environment.

PH Administration

• Ensure smooth functioning of PH operations.
• Provide adequate functional infrastructure at PH.
• Coordinate with external agencies (Housekeeping, Security, etc.).
• Ensure PH expenses remain within OPEX budget.
• Ensure compliance with SPPI/Finance protocols and audit requirements.

Stakeholder Relationship Management

• Effectively manage communication with internal departments, PH team, PSC, and vendors.

Experience: 15-18 Years

JOB SPECIFICATION: (QUALIFICATIONS/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE)

Apparel Sourcing & Production

Fabindia’s Supply Chain

Quality Management

Costing & Sampling

Knowledge of existing product ranges and market trends

Leadership and Team Management

Additional Skills Required

Result Orientation

Planning & Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Decision Making Skills

Strategic Orientation

Teamwork