1. Manage procurement of plastic polymers/raw materials, master batches, additives, consumables, packaging and engineering items as per plant requirements.
2. Float RFQs, collect quotations, prepare comparative statements and negotiate price, payment terms and delivery schedules.
3. Process Purchase Orders (POs) and ensure procurement is completed as per approved specifications, budgets and company procedures.
4. Ensure timely availability of materials to support production and avoid stock-outs or production interruptions.
5. Develop and manage suppliers/vendors, including current vendor identification, evaluation and supplier performance monitoring.
6. Negotiate price revisions, annual rate contracts and cost-saving opportunities to achieve optimum purchase cost.
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Coordinate with Production, Quality, Stores, Maintenance and Finance for material requirements, quality issues, GRN and invoice-related matters.
8. Follow up on open POs and supplier deliveries and ensure timely delivery of materials as committed.
9. Handle material quality issues, rejections, replacements, debit/credit notes and supplier account reconciliation in coordination with concerned departments.
Prepare and maintain Purchase MIS, procurement records and reports covering purchase value, pending orders, price trends, savings and supplier performance