Procurement Specialist – Direct Material Procurement About The Role CAPGRID is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to manage end-to-end procurement of direct materials, ensuring uninterrupted supply, optimal inventory, and cost-efficient sourcing.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end procurement of direct materials to support customer requirements.
- Ensure OTIF (On-Time In-Full) deliveries and maintain inventory as per defined safety stock norms.
- Plan supplier schedules, release purchase orders, and closely monitor material receipts.
- Drive cost optimization initiatives and monitor procurement KPIs, including premium freight and inventory control.
- Track supplier performance through regular reviews and maintain procurement MIS and supplier scorecards.
- Coordinate with Sales, Production, Stores, Logistics, Quality, and Finance to ensure seamless material flow and timely supplier payments.
- Maintain procurement documentation, supplier master data, and ERP records while ensuring process compliance.
Requirements
- 2–10 years of experience in Direct Material Procurement/Purchasing within Consumer Durables industry.
- B.E./B.Tech. or any relevant Bachelor's degree.
- Solid understanding of procurement planning, supplier management, inventory control.
- Proficient in Excel.