Senior Executive - Procurement

WE ARE HIRING: Senior Executive – Procurement 

Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Employment Type: Full Time
Industry: Apparel Manufacturing

Role Overview 

We are seeking a proactive and commercially focused Senior Executive – Procurement to manage end-to-end procurement activities while ensuring the timely availability of materials, goods, and services to support business operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for supplier sourcing, quotation analysis, purchase order management, vendor relationship management, delivery coordination, inventory support, cost optimization, and procurement compliance. This role requires strong negotiation skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to manage multiple procurement priorities within a fast-paced operational environment. 

Key Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities for materials, goods, and services in line with company requirements, budgets, and procurement policies.
• Identify, evaluate, onboard, and develop reliable suppliers while maintaining updated supplier databases and performance records.
• Prepare, review, and process purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and procurement-related documentation accurately and within agreed timelines.
• Obtain supplier quotations and conduct detailed evaluations based on pricing, quality, lead times, payment terms, and service levels.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and commercial conditions to achieve cost efficiency and service continuity.
• Coordinate closely with suppliers, Finance, Stores, Operations, Production, and other departments to ensure smooth procurement execution.
• Monitor purchase orders, shipments, and supplier deliveries while proactively resolving delays and supply chain issues.
• Support inventory planning activities through monitoring stock levels, consumption patterns, reorder requirements, and supply risks.
• Maintain complete procurement records, supplier files, approvals, invoices, and supporting documentation for audit and compliance purposes.
• Prepare procurement reports, supplier performance reviews, cost analysis reports, and management information to support decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement procedures, approval authorities, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Recommend supplier development initiatives, procurement process improvements, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing procurement efficiency and service quality.
• Perform additional procurement-related responsibilities assigned by management.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Commerce, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in Procurement, Purchasing, Supply Chain, or a related function, preferably within a manufacturing or operational environment.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, sourcing methodologies, vendor management, inventory coordination, and purchasing documentation.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to secure competitive pricing and favorable commercial agreements.
• Excellent analytical skills with experience evaluating quotations, tracking procurement costs, and monitoring supplier performance.
• High attention to detail and accuracy when handling purchase orders, supplier documentation, approvals, and procurement records.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to coordinate effectively across functions and with external suppliers.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement priorities and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with ERP, purchasing, or inventory management systems.
• Commercial awareness, cost-conscious mindset, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Professional, ethical, proactive, and dependable approach to supplier and stakeholder management.

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