POSITION: Head of Procurement Sofa Division

Job Location: Coimbatore

Experience : min 10 years

Position Overview :

The Purchase Head for the Sofa Division will be responsible for leading the end-to-end procurement strategy for all raw materials, components, and goods required for sofa and upholstered furniture manufacturing. This role involves sourcing high-quality materialssuch as timber, foam, fabrics, leather, mechanisms, and hardwarewhile optimizing costs, ensuring supply chain resilience, and maintaining strict quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Management:

- Identify, evaluate, and onboard global and local suppliers for key sofa components (e.g., framing wood, premium upholstery fabrics, high-density foams, and recline mechanisms).
- Negotiate long-term contracts, pricing, payment terms, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to maximize cost-efficiency.
- Conduct regular vendor audits and performance evaluations based on quality, delivery timelines, and compliance





• Inventory & Material Planning:

- Collaborate with Production, Design, and Sales teams to forecast material requirements and prevent production bottlenecks or overstocking.
- Implement effective inventory management practices (e.g., Just-In-Time) to optimize warehouse space and cash flow.
- Cost Optimization & Budgeting:
- Develop and manage the annual procurement budget for the Sofa Division.
- Analyze market trends, commodity price fluctuations (e.g., timber and chemical costs for foam), and currency risks to mitigate financial impact.

• Quality Assurance & Compliance:

- Ensure all procured materials comply with industry safety standards (e.g., fireretardant fabric certifications, sustainable wood sourcing like FSC).
- Work closely with the Quality Control (QC) team to resolve any material defects or supplier rejections swiftly

📌 Urgent opening For Purchase Head (Sofa & Modular Kitchen) (Coimbatore)
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