Assistant Manager – Purchase (Import/Export)
Department: Supply Chain Management / Engineering
Location: Kochi
About Us
Gadgeon Medical Systems is a leading digital healthcare company specializing in ambulatory cardiac monitoring solutions through its connected care platform, WebCardio. We are seeking an experienced procurement professional to support our growing operations and engineering projects.
Job Summary
The Assistant Manager – Purchase will be responsible for sourcing, procurement, vendor management, and supply chain coordination for engineering-related materials, equipment, and services. The role ensures timely delivery, cost optimization, quality compliance, and effective collaboration with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage sourcing and procurement of engineering materials, equipment, and services.
- Develop procurement strategies, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
- Maintain supplier databases, evaluate supplier performance, and build strong vendor relationships.
- Coordinate demand forecasting, inventory management, logistics planning, and timely material delivery.
- Work closely with engineering and cross-functional teams to support project timelines and requirements.
- Monitor supply chain performance, identify risks, and address delays, shortages, quality issues, and cost fluctuations.
- Manage procurement budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and analyze market trends for better pricing and terms.
- Ensure compliance with quality, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
- Handle supplier disputes, claims, and issue resolution.
- Maintain procurement records, contracts, and supplier agreements, and prepare reports on procurement performance, cost savings, and project status.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's preferred).
- Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or engineering project procurement.
- Experience managing suppliers, logistics, and procurement activities for engineering, manufacturing, or project-based environments.
- Strong knowledge of procurement processes, supply chain management, and vendor development.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong negotiation, vendor management, and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in procurement systems, ERP tools, and supply chain software.
- Strong analytical, cost optimization, and process improvement skills.
- Knowledge of procurement regulations, quality standards, and industry best practices.
Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month
Application Question(s):
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- Expected monthly take home salary
Work Location: In person
