About this role
<h3><span style=""><strong>Job Title:</strong> Asst. Manager – Procurement (Band 6)</span></h3> <h3><span style=""><strong>Division:</strong> Apparel</span><br><span style=""><strong>Function:</strong> Procurement</span><br><span style=""><strong>Status:</strong> Full-time</span><br><span style=""><strong>Location:</strong> Madurai</span></h3> <h3> </h3> <h3><span style=""><strong>Role Purpose</strong></span></h3> <ol> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of procurement policies, processes, and compliance standards across all procurement activities, ensuring alignment with internal controls and ethical standards.</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Act as the internal compliance champion for the Procurement team.</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Manage the end-to-end Supplier Code auditing process for India.</span></p> </li> </ol> <h3> </h3> <h3><span style=""><strong>Principal Accountabilities</strong></span></h3> <h4><span style=""><strong>1. Compliance Monitoring & Reporting</strong></span></h4> <ul> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Ensure Procure-to-Pay (P2P) activities comply with internal policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Develop internal audit checklists and conduct regular system/process audits and compliance reviews within Procurement.</span></p> </li> </ul> <h4><span style=""><strong>2. Policy & Process Management</strong></span></h4> <ul> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Assist in the implementation of Procurement policies, and in the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and checklists.</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Share knowledge with team members regarding system and process compliance.</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Identify areas of improvement and recommend enhancements to existing procurement procedures.</span></p> </li> </ul> <h4><span style=""><strong>3. Training & Awareness</strong></span></h4> <ul> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Conduct training sessions to enhance compliance awareness among the Procurement team and internal stakeholders.</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Act as the primary point of contact for procurement compliance queries and guidance.</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Manage internal audits, including Global Internal Audit (GIA) and Controllership reviews.</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Identify procurement-related risks and collaborate with internal teams to implement mitigation strategies.</span></p> </li> </ul> <h4><span style=""><strong>4. System & Data Management</strong></span></h4> <ul> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Generate compliance dashboards and management reports for internal stakeholders.</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure Procurement compliance requirements are understood and adhered to.</span></p> </li> <li style=""> <p><span style="">Maintain strong communication channels with Legal, Audit, Finance, and other relevant departments.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p style=""> </p> <p style=""><span style=""><span>At Coats Group, we are committed to innovation, excellence, and fostering a diverse and collaborative environment where every team member can thrive. If you are passionate about making an impact in the textile industry and eager to join a global leader with a rich heritage and a forward-thinking approach, we invite you to take the next step in your career with us.<br></span></span></p>