Role : Purchase Manager / Sr.Manager Purchase
Job Summary
The Purchase Manager is responsible for planning, sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials,
services, and equipment required for the organization. This role ensures cost-effective purchasing,
maintains supplier relationships, and aligns procurement strategies with business objectives to
ensure uninterrupted operations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Procurement & Sourcing
- Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned with company goals.
- Source reliable suppliers and vendors for raw materials, components, and services.
- Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, delivery, and cost.
- Ensure availability of materials to meet production and project schedules.
2. Vendor Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
- Conduct supplier audits and performance reviews.
- Identify and onboard new vendors to improve competitiveness and supply continuity.
- Resolve supplier-related issues including quality, delays, and cost discrepancies.
3. Negotiation & Cost Control
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts, and lead times.
- Monitor market trends and price fluctuations.
- Identify cost reduction opportunities and implement value engineering initiatives.
- Ensure procurement within budget and optimize total cost of ownership (TCO).
4. Procurement Operations
- Oversee purchase order creation, tracking, and closure.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procurement procedures.
- Manage inventory levels in coordination with planning and warehouse teams.
- Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier agreements.
5. Cross-functional Coordination
- Collaborate with production, planning, quality, and finance teams.
- Align procurement plans with production schedules and demand forecasts.
- Support new product development by sourcing suitable materials and suppliers.
6. Risk Management & Compliance
- Identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation plans.
- Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company standards.
- Handle contract management and legal documentation related to procurement.
Stakeholder Satisfaction (Internal Customers)
- Internal customer satisfaction score: ≥ 95%
- On-time material availability for production: ≥ 99%
- New product sourcing timelines: Adherence to deadlines
Compliance & Governance
- Audit non-conformities: Zero major deviations
- Contract adherence: 100%.
- Documentation accuracy: ≥ 99%
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Cost savings / cost reduction percentage
- Supplier on-time delivery performance
- Purchase price variance (PPV)
- Supplier quality performance and Warranty Management
Qualifications & Skills
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or
related field
Experience
- Minimum 10+ years of experience in procurement / purchasing
- Experience in manufacturing environment preferred ( EV , Infra structure and electronics)
- Capex procurement experience /Global sourcing exposure
- Knowledge of Six Sigma / Lean practices
Skills
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
- Knowledge of procurement processes, contracts, and supply chain management
- Proficiency in ERP systems (Odoo/ Zoho/ SAP / Oracle / etc.) and MS Excel
- Analytical and cost optimization skills
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities
Behavioural Competencies
- Strategic thinking & strong Team building
- Decision-making under pressure
- Ethical and transparent working style
Reporting Structure
- Reports to: Head of Supply Chain / Plant Director
- Team: Buyers, procurement executives, and stores
Pay: ₹200,000.00 - ₹2,200,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
