Job Summary

The Purchase Manager is responsible for planning, sourcing, negotiating, and procuring raw materials, consumables, machinery, spare parts, and services required for manufacturing operations. The role focuses on ensuring timely procurement, cost optimization, supplier development, and uninterrupted production through effective inventory and vendor management.

Key ResponsibilitiesProcurement & Sourcing

- Source and procure raw materials, castings, machining consumables, welding consumables, tools, and spare parts.
- Identify and develop reliable suppliers to ensure quality, cost, and timely delivery.
- Obtain and evaluate quotations from multiple vendors.
- Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contracts.

Vendor Management

- Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
- Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, delivery, and cost.
- Resolve supplier-related issues and ensure corrective actions.

Inventory & Cost Control

- Monitor inventory levels and coordinate procurement activities to prevent shortages.
- Optimize inventory carrying costs while maintaining production requirements.
- Analyze market trends and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Purchase Order Management

- Prepare and issue purchase orders.
- Track orders and ensure timely delivery.
- Verify invoices and coordinate with the accounts department for payments.

Coordination & Compliance

- Coordinate with production, stores, quality, and finance departments.
- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and statutory requirements.
- Maintain accurate procurement records and reports.

Reporting

- Prepare monthly procurement reports.




- Monitor purchase budgets and supplier performance metrics.
- Present cost-saving initiatives and procurement strategies to management.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Commerce, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
- Minimum 5-10 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience in vendor development and strategic sourcing.

Required Skills :

- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Knowledge of procurement procedures and inventory control.
- Understanding of manufacturing materials and industrial consumables.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Language Fluency Requirements

- English : Fluent (Read, Write, and Speak)
- Tamil : Fluent (Read, Write, and Speak)
- Hindi : Working Proficiency (Read, Write, and Speak)
- Malayalam : Preferred (Read, Write, and Speak)
- Ability to communicate effectively with suppliers, customers, and internal teams across India.
- Strong business communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills in English.

Salary : As per experience and industry standards. Employment Type : Full-Time, Permanent.

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Advantages :

- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Benefits :

- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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