This opening is with a manufacturing company in their head office. The candidate must have a minimum experience of 5 years in purchase department and working in purchase department of manufacturing or capital goods distribution company.

Core Responsibilities:
Procurement & Sourcing
Identify and evaluate suppliers for raw materials, machinery, and services.
Negotiate contracts, pricing, and delivery terms to optimize costs.
Ensure procurement aligns with production schedules to avoid delays.
Supplier Relationship Management
Build and maintain long-term partnerships with reliable vendors.
Monitor supplier performance (quality, delivery timelines, responsiveness).
Diversify supplier base to reduce dependency and mitigate risks.
Inventory & Material Management
Maintain optimal stock levels to prevent shortages or overstocking.
Collaborate with production and warehouse teams for demand forecasting.
Implement just-in-time (JIT) or lean inventory practices where feasible.




Cost Control & Budgeting
Track procurement expenses and ensure adherence to budgets.
Identify prospects for cost savings through bulk purchasing or alternative sourcing.
Balance cost efficiency with quality standards.
Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure procurement activities comply with legal, ethical, and environmental standards.
Manage risks related to supplier reliability, geopolitical issues, or market fluctuations.
Promote sustainable and ethical sourcing practices.
Strategic Planning
Develop procurement strategies aligned with company goals.
Use data analytics and digital procurement tools to improve efficiency.
Contribute to long-term supply chain resilience and competitiveness.

Pay: ₹300,000.00 - ₹360,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Purchase Officer Kolkata (India)
🏢 IUC Consulting
📍 India