Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Are you ready to take on an exceptionally rewarding challenge? Join Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. as a Manager, Procurement/Sourcing in Mumbai and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a global impact!

Key Responsibilities

Handle procurement of solvents, commodity, fine chemicals, metal salt, agro products, and excipients for the chemical industry, pharma, or laboratory chemical manufacturers.Maintain complete market knowledge of product-specific vendors/manufacturers for new product development. Implement efficient sourcing for monopoly products and alternative sources for business continuity.Manage solvents/dry chemical portfolios with large and small volumes in an efficient manner.Ensure timely delivery from suppliers and contract manufacturers without compromising quality and policy.Be responsible for RFI/RFQ processes, analyze, and finalize prices with facts and negotiation.Have knowledge of custom duties for major chemical categories and procedures for material clearance in coordination with clearing agents.Maintain complete knowledge of the vendor approval process as per company policy and SOP.Handle and maintain sourcing and procurement-related SOPs and procurement records for internal and external audits.Work closely with marketing/product teams to develop new products, optimize raw material sources, and reduce supply risk/cost.Negotiate and establish supply agreements with the help of the legal department to ensure competitive raw material pricing and service levels.Monitor crude oil prices in India and international markets, analyze the impact on solvents and commodities, and make decisions to cover materials at lower levels.Work closely with SCM for monthly planning, finance for budgeting and supplier payments, QA for material approval, and with external suppliers.Be flexible with working hours to accommodate interactions with collaborators worldwide.

Requirements

Preferably a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in science, with a diploma in materials management.Minimum of 5-7 years of working experience in sourcing and procurement of raw materials/packing materials from medium-scale chemical industries or laboratory chemicals.Knowledge of local procurement, local tax regulations, and exposure to import/export processes.Specialized knowledge of the commodity market and metal derivatives.High proficiency in English (verbal and written).Strong knowledge of sourcing strategies and supplier management.Expertise in procurement spend analysis, sourcing, supplier, contract management systems, and ERP.Developed interpersonal skills to work in an inclusive environment and build positive relationships.Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.

Join us at Thermo Fisher Scientific, and contribute to our unusual mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Apply today!