Job Description – Assistant Manager – Purchase
Job Location: Pitampura, Delhi
Department: Purchase
Position: Assistant Manager – Purchase
Experience: Minimum 5 Years
Industry Preference: Masterbatch / Plastic / Polymer / Automotive Industry
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Manager – Purchase with a strong background in the Plastic / Polymer industry, preferably from the Masterbatch or Automotive industry. The candidate will be responsible for managing procurement activities, vendor development, commercial negotiations, material planning, and coordination with internal departments. Exposure to Import & Export processes is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end purchase activities for raw materials, polymers, additives, pigments, packaging materials, consumables, and other production requirements.
- Develop, evaluate, and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.
- Identify new vendors and conduct vendor development, evaluation, and negotiation.
- Negotiate price, payment terms, delivery schedules, quality, and commercial terms with suppliers.
- Monitor market trends, raw material prices, availability, and develop cost-effective procurement strategies.
- Coordinate with Production, Stores, R&D, Quality, Finance, and Management to ensure timely availability of materials.
- Ensure purchase orders are released accurately and materials are received within the required timelines.
- Handle Import & Export-related procurement activities, including coordination with suppliers, logistics partners, documentation, shipment tracking, and related commercial processes.
- Maintain proper purchase records, vendor documentation, quotations, comparative statements, and purchase orders.
- Monitor supplier performance, delivery timelines, quality issues, and resolve discrepancies.
- Support cost reduction initiatives and identify opportunities for improving procurement efficiency.
- Ensure procurement activities are carried out in line with company policies and approved budgets.
Candidate Profile
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Purchase / Procurement.
- Strong preference for candidates with experience in the Masterbatch, Plastic, Polymer, or Automotive industry.
- Must have a strong understanding of the Plastic industry and its raw materials.
- Should have hands-on experience in vendor development, price negotiation, and procurement management.
- Exposure to Import & Export processes is mandatory/preferred.
- Good knowledge of market trends, supplier networks, and commercial negotiations.
- Strong coordination, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP/Purchase Management systems will be an advantage.
- Candidates with experience in Masterbatch / Compounding / Plastic Manufacturing will be preferred.
Key Competencies
- Vendor Management & Development
- Strategic Procurement
- Cost Negotiation & Cost Control
- Plastic / Polymer Raw Material Knowledge
- Import & Export Coordination
- Market Analysis
- Inventory & Material Planning
- Cross-functional Coordination
- Strong Negotiation & Communication Skills
Compensation
Salary: 6 L-7.8 Lpa
Location: Pitampura, Delhi
Industry: Plastic / Polymer / Masterbatch / Automotive
Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Internet reimbursement
- Leave encashment
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
