Purchase Manager-Solar PV Module Manufacturing

Position: Purchase Manager

Department: Purchase / Procurement

Industry: Solar PV Module Manufacturing

Location: Kim, Gujarat

Reporting To: Director Job Purpose To manage end-to-end procurement of raw materials, consumables, packaging materials, spares, and production-related items required for uninterrupted Solar PV Module manufacturing, ensuring the right quality, quantity, price, and delivery timelines. Key Responsibilities

Raw Material Procurement Procurement of module manufacturing materials such as:

Solar Cells

EVA / POE

Back Sheet

Glass

Aluminium Frames

Junction Boxes

Ribbon / Busbar

Sealant / Adhesive

Flux and other module consumables

Ensure materials are available as per production planning.

Vendor Management

Identify and develop reliable suppliers.

Obtain quotations and negotiate price, payment terms, MOQ, and delivery schedules.

Maintain approved vendor list.

Evaluate vendor performance based on quality, price, delivery, and service.

Purchase

Planning

Review BOM, production plan, inventory, and material requirements.

Prepare purchase plans based on production requirements.

Coordinate with Production, Stores, PPC, QA/QC, and Finance.

Purchase Order Management

Prepare and release Purchase Orders after approval.

Ensure PO specifications, quantity, price, GST, delivery terms, and payment terms are correct.

Track open POs until material receipt. Inventory & Stock Control Monitor critical raw material stock levels.

Avoid production stoppage due to material shortages.





Coordinate with Stores for GRN and stock reconciliation.

Monitor slow-moving and excess inventory.

Quality Coordination

Ensure purchased materials meet approved technical specifications.

Coordinate with QA/QC for incoming material inspection.

Handle rejected material, replacement, and supplier corrective actions.

Cost Control

Negotiate competitive prices.

Conduct price comparison and supplier benchmarking.

Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality. Delivery & Logistics Track supplier dispatches and delivery commitments.

Coordinate with logistics and stores for timely receipt.

Follow up on delayed and urgent materials. Documentation & MIS Maintain quotations, comparative statements, POs, vendor documents, and purchase records.

Prepare daily/weekly/monthly purchase reports.

Maintain purchase price history and vendor performance reports.

Required

Skills

Robust negotiation and vendor management skills

Knowledge of Solar PV Module manufacturing materials

Understanding of BOM and material specifications

Strong Excel/MIS skills

Inventory and procurement planning

Cost analysis and price negotiation

ERP/SAP knowledge preferred

Good coordination with Production, PPC, QA/QC, Stores & Finance Qualification & Experience

Qualification: Graduate / Diploma / B.Tech / MBA in Purchase, Supply Chain, Mechanical, Electrical or related field.

Experience: 5–10 years in purchase/procurement, preferably in Solar PV Module Manufacturing.

Candidates with experience in Solar Module / Renewable Energy manufacturing procurement will be preferred.

📌 Purchase Manager (Kim)
🏢 Sunora Solar PV Module
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