- Manage day-to-day purchasing activities for raw materials, packaging materials, consumables, and other company requirements.
- Identify and evaluate suitable suppliers and vendors.
- Obtain quotations, compare prices, negotiate terms, and finalize purchases as per company requirements.
- Prepare and process Purchase Orders (POs) and ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Coordinate with suppliers regarding orders, delivery schedules, quality issues, and payment-related queries.
- Maintain proper purchase records, vendor documents, quotations, and purchase orders.
- Coordinate with Production, QA, QC, Stores, Accounts, and other departments to understand material requirements.
- Monitor inventory levels and ensure timely procurement to avoid material shortages.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with existing and new vendors.
- Follow company procurement procedures, quality requirements, and applicable pharmaceutical/GMP guidelines.
- Track pending orders and provide regular updates to the management.
- Support vendor evaluation and maintain approved vendor documentation.