Key Responsibilities:

1. Material Planner & Purchase Order Management
• Review material requirements based on customer demand, forecast, stock levels, and open orders.
• Prepare and process Purchase Orders (POs) based on approved requirements.
• Ensure correct part numbers, specifications, quantities, prices, delivery dates, and commercial terms are included in POs.
• Monitor open POs and ensure timely order confirmations from suppliers.
• Follow up with suppliers for delivery schedules and revised ETD/ETA.
• Coordinate with internal teams for PO approvals and order processing.

2. Fastener Product Knowledge
• Develop valuable knowledge of fasteners such as:
• All Type of Bolts / Screws / Nuts / Washers / Studs / Rivets /Cable Tie / Threaded rods.
• Special / custom fasteners
• Understand material grades, dimensions, thread specifications, coatings, finishes, and applicable standards such as DIN, ISO, ASTM, ANSI, and JIS.
• Review technical requirements and coordinate with suppliers for product specifications and drawings when required.

3. Supplier Management




• Identify and evaluate suitable suppliers for fasteners and related components.
• Obtain quotations and compare prices, lead times, MOQ, payment terms, and other commercial conditions.
• Negotiate pricing and delivery terms with suppliers.
• Maintain updated supplier details and supplier performance records.
• Develop alternative suppliers to reduce supply risks and improve competitiveness.
• Follow up with suppliers regarding delayed orders, shortages, and quality issues.

4. Cost & Commercial Management
• Conduct quotation comparison and cost analysis.
• Negotiate competitive pricing based on market conditions, volume, and customer requirements.
• Monitor price changes and communicate significant cost increases to the relevant stakeholders.
• Support cost-saving and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Ensure PO prices are aligned with approved quotations and commercial agreements.

5. Delivery & Supply Planning
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📌 Material Planner (Chennai)
🏢 TR, part of the Trifast plc group
📍 Chennai