Position title Senior Purchase ManagerEducation Bachelor s or master s in any stream Experience Minimum of 10 years in the manufacturing industry like furniture automobile textile experience will not be considered Job Location Hours This position is based in Jaipur with occasional travel required About the Company Trunks Company established in 2011 explores an unparalleled realm in the world of Trunks Our story of passion perseverance and creative expression is inspired by our roots and defying conventional imagination thus establishing an industry of our own Since inception we have been encapsulating the emotions and passions of aficionados collectors and travelers through meticulously handcrafted concept trunks for travel games bars and more Website http trunkscompany com LinkedIn https www linkedin com company trunkscompany mycompany viewAsMember true Instagram https instagram com trunkscompany igsh MTNlN3hvY2cwbXlhZw Job Requirements and Skills About the position We are seeking an experienced purchase manager responsible for overseeing the end-to-end purchasing process across a diverse range of materials including steel brass iron leather and wood This role demands a strategic and skilled negotiator who can build and maintain robust supplier relationships while ensuring quality cost efficiency and timely delivery Vendor development price negotiation purchase order execution timely delivery and stock management would be the key skills required Job Skills -1 Deep knowledge of materials like brass steel wood leather and other high-quality raw materials 2 Experience in purchasing small batches development value-added customized purchase 3 Strong negotiation skills 4 Familiarity with vendor management processes quality control and supply chain logistics 5 Work in collaboration and in coordination with various teams 6 Willingness to travel as and when required Personal Attributes 1 Excellent communication a good personality strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships at all levels 2 Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multitasking simultaneously 3 Proactive and able to deliver independently as well as in coordination with various teams Major responsibilities Product Design understanding Collaborate with the design and engineering personnel to understand the design brief including technical details materials dimensions and quality standards of the product Translate the design specifications into actionable procurement requirements ensuring suppliers can meet the precise needs Vendor Evaluation Development Search for vendors and evaluate them based on their expertise in materials and job work Review past projects of vendors focusing on their ability to handle complex designs and high-quality manufacturing Plan visits with the design team at the vendor s factory to evaluate their production setup and their capacity to handle intricate designs Establish relationships with qualified vendors across India for a wide array of materials such as brass steel iron wood leather marble and electronics Build and maintain a reliable vendor network for essential production processes including casting forging CNC engraving die tool development chemical etching machining grinding buffing electroplating lacquering assembly laser bending and inspections Tap into industry associations or trade fairs for leads on reputable vendors Share the NDA with shortlisted vendors before disclosing any sensitive details Ensure mutual agreement on terms and obtain authorized signatures Maintain a comprehensive vendor list and update it as and when needed Value-Added Sourcing New Vendor Development open to R D Collaborate closely with production and design teams to develop and source custom hardware in brass steel and zinc electronic components tailored to company standards Lead new design development and value-added sourcing to meet creative design requirements at the company Vendor Relations Compliance Conduct regular vendor audits manage quality control for procured materials and ensure timely follow-up on payments in coordination with the accounts department Ensure all sourcing activities comply with company standards as well as legal and regulatory requirements Budgeting BOM Prepare comprehensive cost breakdowns for materials prototyping manufacturing logistics and overheads Develop a structured BOM detailing all components subassemblies raw materials and their quantities required for production Partner with the design team to ensure that budgeting and BOM align with product specifications Inward or Raw material QCCollaborate with the QC team to assess and verify the quality of materials components and products received from suppliers before they are accepted into inventory Define and maintain the quality inspection criteria for incoming goods ensuring they meet company standards and regulatory requirements Oversee the physical inspection of raw materials components and finished goods for defects discrepancies or non-conformities Supply Chain Inventory Management Oversee the full lifecycle of purchase orders from initial request to order fulfillment ensuring timely quality delivery Track measure and manage inventory levels coordinating with vendors to mitigate supply disruptions Store ManagementOversee daily store operations to ensure efficient functioning and adherence to company policies in coordination with the store in charge Ensure that the material is arranged in a systematic way for easy access and identification Manage inventory levels including ordering restocking and organizing inventory to meet store needs Conduct regular inventory audits track stock movement and resolve discrepancies System ProcessOversee the ongoing procurement of FMS and streamline purchasing processes track orders and manage vendor information Continuously analyze procurement FMS to identify areas for improvement streamline workflows and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality