Purchase Head
Company
RD Mining Equipments Pvt. Ltd.
A Venture of RD Group of Industries
Position
Purchase Head
Location
Nashik, Maharashtra
Reporting To
General Manager – Operations & Administration / Managing Director
Departments Under Purview
Purchase | Procurement | Vendor Development | Supply Chain
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Purchase Head to lead the procurement and vendor management functions of our manufacturing plant. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring timely, cost-effective, and quality sourcing of raw materials, components, consumables, and services.
The ideal candidate should have robust expertise in procurement, vendor development, negotiation, and supply chain management within the heavy engineering and manufacturing industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Procurement Leadership
- Lead the Purchase Department to ensure timely and cost-effective sourcing.
- Develop procurement strategies aligned with production and business goals.
- Drive cost reduction initiatives and improve procurement efficiency.
- Vendor Development & Management
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable vendors and suppliers.
- Negotiate contracts for competitive pricing, quality, and delivery schedules.
- Build long-term vendor relationships and develop alternate sources to reduce supply chain risks.
- Material Planning & Coordination
- Ensure timely availability of raw materials, components, and consumables.
- Coordinate with Production, Stores, and Dispatch for material requirements.
- Monitor procurement schedules to avoid delays in manufacturing operations.
- Compliance & Documentation
- Ensure adherence to company procurement policies and SOPs.
- Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, contracts, and vendor agreements.
- Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Inventory & Cost Control
- Work closely with Stores to maintain optimum inventory levels.
- Minimize excess, obsolete,