Position Summary The Purchase Manager SCM Head will be responsible for end-to-end supply chain management including procurement vendor development material planning inventory control logistics and cost optimization for the machine shop The role requires robust technical understanding of machining materials and manufacturing processes to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement without compromising on quality or delivery Key Responsibilities Develop and execute purchase strategies aligned with production and sales targets Ensure on-time procurement of raw materials bought-out parts tooling consumables and subcontracted components Monitor supplier performance for delivery quality and pricing maintain approved vendor list Negotiate pricing payment terms and contracts to achieve annual cost savings targets 4-5 YoY Plan and maintain optimal inventory levels while minimizing stock-outs and excess stock Coordinate closely with PPC Production and Quality to ensure material availability and compliance with technical specifications Identify and develop alternate vendors for critical and imported items to reduce lead time and risk Monitor and control logistics inward outward transport and subcontracting timelines Implement and maintain ERP-based purchase and inventory tracking systems Generate and review monthly MIS reports for material cost vendor performance and savings achieved Ensure statutory compliance for procurement taxation and vendor documentation Key Performance Indicators KPIs On-Time Supplier Delivery - 95 Procurement Cost Saving - 5 annually Stock-Outs Count - 0 per month Inventory Turnover Ratio - 6 times per year Supplier Rejection - 1 Lead Time Adherence - 90 Vendor Development - 2 new vendors quarter Purchase Order Accuracy - 99 Educational Qualification B E B Tech in Mechanical or Production Engineering mandatory MBA PGDM in Supply Chain Management or Operations preferred Experience Requirements 10-18 years of experience in procurement or supply chain within precision machining fabrication or engineering manufacturing industries Strong knowledge of materials steel castings forgings machining consumables and subcontracting processes Hands-on experience in vendor sourcing cost negotiation and supplier audits Exposure to ERP-based purchase management and inventory control systems Technical Managerial Skills Excellent understanding of machining drawings tolerances and specifications Ability to evaluate supplier manufacturing capabilities and quality systems Strong negotiation and analytical skills for cost estimation and comparison Experience in logistics planning subcontract management and import export procedures Proficiency in ERP MS Excel and reporting dashboards Desired Attributes Engineering mindset with commercial acumen Ability to balance cost quality and delivery priorities effectively Strong communication and relationship management skills with vendors and internal teams Hands-on proactive approach with ownership and urgency Integrity discipline and commitment to continuous improvement Job Type Full-time Pay 15 745 59 - 52 830 70 per month Benefits Food provided Provident Fund Work Location In person

📌 Purchase Manager (Tamil Nadu)
🏢 Elegant Carve
📍 Tamil Nadu