Job Description – Assistant Manager – Purchase

Job Title: Assistant Manager – Purchase
Department: Purchase / Procurement
Reporting To: Purchase Manager / Head – Procurement
Location: [Location]
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

- Plan and execute day-to-day purchasing activities as per organizational requirements.
- Receive and evaluate purchase requisitions from various departments.
- Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable suppliers and vendors.
- Obtain and compare quotations from multiple suppliers.
- Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, quality requirements, and other commercial terms.
- Prepare and release Purchase Orders (POs) in accordance with approved requirements.
- Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
- Coordinate with Stores, Production, Maintenance, Accounts, Quality, and other departments regarding procurement requirements.
- Monitor pending Purchase Orders and ensure timely closure.
- Maintain and regularly update the approved vendor/supplier database.
- Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, price, delivery, service, and reliability.
- Develop alternate sources for critical and frequently used materials.
- Support cost-reduction and cost-saving initiatives through effective negotiation and sourcing.
- Ensure procurement is carried out in accordance with company policies and approval procedures.
- Verify purchase specifications, quantities, rates, and commercial terms before releasing orders.
- Coordinate with Accounts for invoice, payment, and supplier-related issues.
- Monitor market trends, material prices, and availability to support effective purchasing decisions.
- Maintain proper documentation related to quotations, comparative statements, Purchase Orders, and vendor records.




- Assist in developing annual procurement plans and budgets.
- Resolve supplier disputes and delivery/quality-related issues in coordination with relevant departments.
- Ensure compliance with applicable statutory, quality, safety, and company requirements.
- Prepare periodic procurement reports and provide updates to management.

Vendor Management

- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
- Conduct supplier evaluations and periodic performance reviews.
- Negotiate long-term contracts and rate agreements where applicable.
- Identify new vendors to improve competitiveness and supply continuity.
- Ensure supplier compliance with company quality and commercial requirements.

Cost Control

- Negotiate competitive prices and commercial terms.
- Analyze quotations and prepare comparative statements.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction and value optimization.
- Monitor price fluctuations and recommend appropriate purchasing strategies.
- Avoid excess purchasing, obsolete inventory, and unnecessary procurement costs.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
- MBA/PG Diploma in Supply Chain Management or Procurement will be an advantage.
- 4–8 years of experience in Purchase/Procurement, preferably in a manufacturing, engineering, automobile, or industrial organization.
- Good knowledge of procurement processes, vendor management, negotiation, and commercial practices.
- Working knowledge of ERP/Purchase Management systems.
- Good command of MS Excel and other MS Office applications.

Experience: 4–8 years
Education: Graduate / MBA / Diploma in Procurement or Supply Chain preferred
Salary: 50,000-60,000

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Perks:

- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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