Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and result-oriented Assistant Purchase Manager to support the procurement function and ensure timely availability of quality materials, components, consumables, and services at competitive prices. The candidate will be responsible for vendor coordination, purchase planning, negotiations, order management, and maintaining robust supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist in managing the end-to-end procurement process for raw materials, components, consumables, and other requirements.
- Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable suppliers and vendors.
- Float enquiries, compare quotations, negotiate price, quality, delivery, and payment terms.
- Prepare and release Purchase Orders (POs) and ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Monitor open POs and coordinate with suppliers for delivery schedules and follow-ups.
- Maintain adequate material availability as per production and inventory requirements.
- Coordinate with Production, Stores, Quality, Finance, and Planning departments for procurement-related activities.
- Develop alternative sources to reduce dependency on single suppliers.
- Negotiate with vendors for cost reduction and better commercial terms.
- Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, cost, delivery, and responsiveness.
- Resolve issues related to material shortages, quality rejections, delayed deliveries, and commercial discrepancies.
- Maintain proper records of vendors, quotations, purchase orders, rates, and procurement transactions.
- Support periodic vendor evaluation and performance review.
- Prepare purchase-related MIS reports and provide procurement updates to management.




- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and approved procedures.

Required Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of Purchase & Procurement Management.
- Good understanding of manufacturing/automotive components and industrial materials.
- Strong vendor development and negotiation skills.
- Good knowledge of costing, quotation comparison, and price negotiation.
- Excellent follow-up and supplier coordination skills.
- Good analytical and decision-making abilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in MS Excel, ERP/MIS, and purchase-related software.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.

Qualification & Experience
- Qualification: Graduate / Diploma / B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- Experience: 4–7 years of relevant experience in Purchase/Procurement, preferably in a manufacturing or automotive component industry.
- Candidates with experience in vendor development, cost negotiation, and production procurement will be preferred.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Cost savings and purchase price optimization.
- On-time material availability.
- Supplier delivery performance.
- Supplier quality performance.
- Vendor development and alternate sourcing.
- Reduction in procurement lead time.
- Effective management of purchase orders and inventory requirements.

Preferred Candidate Profile: A proactive procurement professional with strong negotiation, vendor management, analytical, and follow-up skills who can effectively coordinate with suppliers and internal departments to ensure uninterrupted production. Pay: ₹45,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kohara, Ludhiana, Punjab

📌 Assistant Manager Purchase (Kohara)
🏢 New Swan Multitech
📍 Kohara