Manager / Executive – Petrochemical & Energy Procurement (Southeast Asia)

Location: Nashik / Mumbai (with international coordination)
Reporting To: Director / Head – Petrochemical & Energy Division

We are seeking a result-oriented professional to manage international procurement of petrochemical and energy products from the Southeast Asia market. The role involves sourcing, negotiation, supplier management, and handling end-to-end import procurement operations for key commodities.

• Base Oil (Group I, II, III)
• Mineral Turpentine Oil (MTO)
• Bitumen (Various Grades)
• Polymers (PP, PE, PVC)
• Industrial chemicals and solvents

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering / Commerce / Supply Chain
• MBA (preferred)

• 4–12 years in procurement of:
  • Base Oil / Bitumen / MTO
  • Petrochemicals / Industrial chemicals
• Experience in trading or import-export companies preferred

• International Procurement
• Commodity Sourcing
• Vendor Development
• Negotiation & Costing
• Import Documentation
• Market Analysis (Oil & Petrochemical)

• Petrochemical Trading
• Oil & Energy Trading
• Import-Export Companies

• Best in industry (based on experience and exposure)

• Strong communication skills for international coordination
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to travel if required

• Identify and develop suppliers across Southeast Asia (Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam)
• Build strong relationships with refineries, traders, and distributors
• Evaluate supplier credibility, pricing, and supply capability

• Handle RFQs, price negotiations, and contract finalization
• Ensure competitive pricing aligned with global market trends
• Negotiate commercial terms, payment terms, and delivery schedules

• Manage end-to-end import procurement cycle
• Coordinate shipment planning, documentation (BL, Invoice, COA, Packing List), and customs clearance
• Ensure compliance with import regulations and documentation

• Track global pricing trends for Base Oil, Bitumen, MTO, and petrochemicals
• Monitor crude oil impact and regional demand-supply dynamics
• Share regular market insights with management

• Collaborate with Sales, Finance, and Operations teams
• Align procurement with sales demand and inventory planning
• Support cost optimization and margin improvement

• Maintain procurement reports, supplier database, and pricing records
• Analyze cost trends and procurement efficiency

• Strong experience in petrochemical, base oil, or bitumen procurement
• Hands-on experience in international sourcing (Southeast Asia preferred)
• Knowledge of:
  • INCOTERMS
  • Import documentation
  • Commodity trading practices
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills