- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for procurement of chemicals, packaging.
- Domestic purchase of chemicals and Packing material purchase, Labels, CFB, Mono Cartons, Leaflet, from approved suppliers.
- Consumable Procurement like spares, Miscellaneous material like safety, mechanical, electrical spares , Safety PPE spares
- RFQ, negotiation, price tabulation and quality standard.
- Vendor Development for cost optimisation by negotiating with suppliers for best pricing, terms, and conditions and supply risk mitigation.
- Source packaging material for all new upcoming brands, artwork changes, approval order placing, follow up to avoid stock out situation.
- Conducting e-auctions to get the best price.
- AMC ARC for Services of Equipment and ordering of capital equipments
- Review and negotiate the quarterly pricing movement and provide accurate price, delivery forecast.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders (production, demand planning, logistics, warehouse, finance, etc.)
- Work on SAP Order placing, reports , material code creation, MIS.

Import Management:

- Coordinate and manage all aspects of the import process, including ordering, shipping, customs clearance, and delivery.
- Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, import duties, and other legal requirements.
- Work with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and shipping companies to ensure timely delivery of imported goods.




- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of import/export regulations and best practices.

Cost Management:

- Track and manage the budget for purchasing and import logistics, ensuring that spending is within budget limits.
- Monitor and control of raw material packing material inventory level. Optimize storage and minimize waste.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities in the procurement and import logistics processes.
- Negotiate contracts with third-party vendors to achieve cost-effective solutions.

Documentation and Reporting:

- Ensure accurate and timely documentation for all import shipments (invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, etc.).
- Prepare regular reports on procurement, import logistics, inventory, and supply chain performance for senior management.
- Maintain all documentation and reports pertaining to Audit requirement.

Educational Qualification:

Graduate in any discipline

Experience:

- 8-10 years of experience in Purchase function preferably in chemical industry
- Experience in Procurement of Packaging materials, imports of chemicals and indigenous raw material

Skills:

- Knowledge of SAP
- Good Negotiation Skills
- Good verbal and written communication
- Strong interpersonal and people skills
- Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, energetic environment and respond effectively to changing priorities and requirements

📌 Assistant Manager Purchase (Mumbai)
🏢 Godrej Foods
📍 Mumbai