Specialization: Direct Materials, Raw Materials (RM) & Imports
- Position Details
- Designation: Senior Executive – Purchase & Procurement
- Department: Purchase / Procurement / SCM
- Function: Direct Materials, Raw Materials & Import Procurement
- Reporting To: Purchase Manager / SCM Head
- Experience: 4–7 years in Purchase / Procurement, preferably in a manufacturing
industry
To manage end-to-end procurement of direct materials, raw materials and imported
materials, ensuring timely availability of materials at optimum cost, quality and
commercial terms while maintaining uninterrupted production and inventory control.
A. Direct & Raw Material Procurement
- Handle procurement of RM, direct materials, components and productionrelated materials based on approved PR/MRP requirements.
- Review purchase requisitions, stock levels, open POs and material requirements.
- Source materials from approved and potential suppliers.
- Obtain quotations, conduct price negotiations and finalize commercial terms.
- Release and monitor POs as per approved requirements.
- Ensure materials are procured within the required cost, quality and delivery
timelines.
- Coordinate with Production, PPC, Stores, QA/QC, Engineering and Finance for
material requirements and issues.
- Continuously monitor supplier commitments and expedite delayed materials.
- Develop alternate sources to ensure supply continuity and cost competitiveness.
B. Import Procurement
- Handle end-to-end procurement activities for imported raw materials,
components and direct materials.
- Coordinate with overseas suppliers for quotations, PI, PO confirmation, production
status and shipment schedules.
- Follow up on shipment readiness, ETD, ETA, BL/AWB and shipping documents.
- Coordinate with logistics, CHA/customs, finance and internal stakeholders for
smooth clearance and receipt of imported materials.
- Ensure required import documents are received accurately and on time.
- Monitor import lead times, payment terms and shipment status.
- Track import-related costs and support landed-cost analysis.
C. Supplier Management
- Identify, evaluate and develop new suppliers.
- Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers.
- Monitor supplier performance on Quality, Cost and Delivery (QCD).
- Conduct regular supplier follow-up and performance reviews.
- Coordinate with QA/QC for supplier quality issues, rejections and corrective
actions.
- Negotiate price revisions, payment terms, lead times, MOQ and other commercial
conditions.
- Support supplier development and cost-reduction initiatives.
D. ERP / NAV & Procurement Documentation
- Create and maintain purchase orders in ERP/NAV as per approved requirements.
- Monitor PR-to-PO conversion and open PO status.
- Ensure accurate item codes, specifications, quantities, prices, delivery dates and
other PO details.
- Follow up on GRN, invoice and payment-related issues with Stores and Finance.
- Maintain procurement records, quotations, comparison statements, supplier
documents and approvals.
- Prepare MIS and procurement reports related to open PO, pending deliveries,
price changes, imports and supplier performance.
E. Cost Reduction & Procurement Strategy
- Identify opportunities for cost savings, alternate sourcing and supplier
consolidation.
- Conduct market analysis and benchmark material prices.
- Negotiate annual price agreements and long-term commercial arrangements where
applicable.
- Monitor commodity price movements and their impact on procurement costs.
- Optimize MOQ, EOQ, lead time and inventory levels in coordination with PPC and Supplier delivery performance
- PR-to-PO turnaround time
- Import shipment and clearance coordination
- Inventory optimization
- Alternate supplier development
- Reduction in line stoppages due to material shortages
- Accuracy of PO and procurement documentation
- Required Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of purchase and procurement processes
- Good understanding of raw materials and direct materials
- Hands-on experience in import procurement
- Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
- Good knowledge of commercial terms, payment terms and Incoterms
- Ability to analyze quotations and prepare comparative statements
- Good understanding of inventory, MRP, EOQ, ROL and material planning
- Working knowledge of ERP / NAV / SAP or similar systems
- Strong Excel and MIS reporting skills
- Good communication and coordination skills
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and work under pressure
- Strong follow-up and problem-solving skills
- Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Commerce,
Business Administration or a related field.
- MBA / PG qualification in Supply Chain / Procurement / Operations will be an
added advantage.
- Preferred Industry Experience
Experience in manufacturing / engineering / automotive / industrial products
procurement will be preferred, particularly candidates with hands-on experience in direct
Contact number: +91 9715545098
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Pay: ₹20,872.30 - ₹37,151.12 per month
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
