Principal Manager Procurement & Supply Chain (EAII Advisors)

This position is with EAII Advisors Evidence Actions technical partner in India.

About EAII

EAII Advisors Evidence Actions technical partner in India supports state governments in delivering evidence-based public health programs including safe drinking water initiatives and school and Anganwadi-based National Deworming Day and iron and folic acid supplementation. Operating across 10 states EAII Advisors provides technical assistance to ministries of health education water and women and child development reducing health burdens in impoverished communities and improving the long-term wellbeing of children and families.

For more information read about our work here: About Evidence Action and EAII

About Evidence Action

At Evidence Action we deliver data-driven interventions that transform lives at an unprecedented scale. We identify neglected global health issues and deploy proven solutions forging healthier futures for generations.
Our model operationalizes leading academic research (including from Nobel-winning economists). We measure progress and outcomes at every stage to ensure were making a real impact for people living in poverty and suffering from preventable or treatable health issues. Operating across 11 countries our team of 900 has reached over 500 million people working closely with governments to scale these interventions.

• Our Deworm the World program has delivered over 2 billion treatments significantly reducing worm prevalence and generating more than $23 billion in lifetime productivity gains.
• Through Safe Water Now weve saved the lives of over 15000 children.
• Our Accelerator explores untapped opportunities in global health testing low-cost interventions with the greatest potential to save and improve lives.

At Evidence Action your colleagues are your greatest asset. Youll partner with high-caliber colleagues in an environment blending innovation autonomy and teamwork. Our team excels in disruptive thinking and believes in rolling up our sleeves to get things done. If youre looking to work flexibly and with purpose join a team that delivers measurable change for millions.

The Role

Lead end-to-end procurement and supply chain management for EAII with a strong focus on the India Safe Water Program. Reporting to the Director- Finance & Operations the role will drive complex procurement processes chemical supply chain logistics (chlorine tablets and consumables) vendor performance management and contract administration while ensuring cost-effectiveness transparency and compliance risk management.

Responsibilities

Strategy Planning & Market Shaping

• Develop procurement and supply chain strategies aligned to organizational and program goals.
• Lead category management market intelligence and multi-year sourcing/vendor strategies.
• Prepare annual procurement plans demand forecasts and collaborate on market-shaping initiatives.

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Lead end-to-end procurement processes for goods and/or services including composite supplies (RFPs/tenders evaluations negotiations awards).
• Build manage and develop vendor ecosystems for all regular procurement of goods and services that also includes chlorination devices O&M and consumables.
• Establish vendor performance frameworks scorecards databases and relationship management practices.
  

Supply Chain Quality & Emergency Operations

• Design and manage end-to-end supply chains for chlorine tablets and consumables.
• Oversee demand planning inventory warehousing multi-sourcing and just-in-time delivery.
• Define SOPs quality standards KPIs conduct field audits and lead emergency response for water point incidents.
• Ensure compliance with chemical storage handling transport and safety regulations.
  

Cost Financial & Risk Management

• Develop unit cost models budgets benchmarks and total cost of ownership analyses.
• Track spend savings and variances; identify and implement cost optimization opportunities.
• Maintain procurement and supply chain risk registers and business continuity plans.
  

Contract Compliance & Data Protection

• Draft negotiate and manage contracts and SLAs; monitor performance and manage disputes.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies client requirements and Indian laws.
• With the help of global team using the existing data protection policies Implement DPDP Act 2023 compliance across procurement including DPAs data security audits and vendor assessments.

Reporting Audit Team & Stakeholder Leadership

• Produce MIS dashboards and executive reports on spend vendors inventory risks and compliance.
• Support internal and external audits and close audit findings.
• Lead and develop procurement teams; build capacity of state teams
• Partner with program finance legal government stakeholders vendors and global teams

Essential

• MBA or postgraduate degree in Supply Chain Operations Procurement Finance Costing Law Engineering or related field

• 1015 years in procurement & supply chain roles with a minimum 5 years in mid - Senior leadership positions
• Strong exposure to chemical/regulated supply chain management and managing supply chain for public health programs - including demand forecasting strategic sourcing vendor management contract negotiation and inventory management
• Experience working with international donors (USAID FCDO EU Foundations)
• Willingness to travel up 20-30% of time to the program locations within India including to complex field environments
  

Desirable

• Certification in CIPS CPSM CSCP CPIM CMA/CA Contract Management PMP/PRINCE2 Six Sigma DPDP/privacy certifications Cost accounting financial modeling and analytic
• Knowledge of DPDP Act chemical regulations and Indian procurement laws
• Experience with NGOs/international development preferred
• Strong Excel reporting and ERP exposure (SAP/Oracle/Dynamics preferred)

Disclaimer: The job description provided above is a general outline of the typical responsibilities and requirements for the role. It may be modified or expanded based on the specific needs and structure of the organization.

Position Location

This role is based at New Delhi India.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an Indian employment visa at this time. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in India for roles based in India.

EAII provides a comprehensive benefits package for employees. Benefits include:

• Comprehensive health insurance with IPD and OPD provisions
• Life and Accidental insurance
• PF ESIC and Gratuity as per statutory requirements
• Generous leave
• Mental and physical well-being benefits
• Avenues for engagement and recognition

Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with the individuals credentials experience and previous pay scale.

All contracting arrangements will be made through EAII Advisors Private Limited. EAII is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at EAII is based solely on an individuals merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. EAII does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race caste creed colour religion gender origin disability marital status or any other basis protected by law.

NOTE: This role will be open for applications until 6 March 2026. Please apply at your earliest convenience.

Required Experience:

Manager