- Team Leadership & Operations: Lead and supervise the procurement (buyer) team.
- Material Planning & Scheduling: Schedule, plan, and arrange domestic parts and materials aligned with production and operational requirements.
- Purchase Execution: Ensure timely material procurement as per purchase requisitions and production priorities in coordination with PPC and production teams.
- Vendor & Supply Chain Monitoring: Monitor supplier delivery schedules, follow up for on-time delivery, and track supplier performance regarding quality, delivery, and responsiveness.
- Cross-Functional Coordination:
- Partner with stores and goods receipt teams to confirm the arrival of ordered items.
- Coordinate with the Quality department to resolve supplier quality issues and drive corrective actions.
- Vendor Development: Support vendor development initiatives and maintain robust long-term relationships with suppliers.
- Budgeting & Planning: Assist management in procurement planning, forecasting,
and budgeting activities.
- Compliance & Standards:
- Maintain strict adherence to company procurement policies and audit standards.
- Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and applicable legal/statutory requirements.
Key Skills & Competencies
- Procurement Expertise: In-depth knowledge of procurement processes for direct, indirect materials, and services.
- Technical & ERP Proficiency: Hands-on experience with ERP systems (specifically SAP MM module).
- Inventory Control: Good understanding of inventory control, consumption patterns based on BOM (Bill of Materials), and MRO.
- Commercial Acumen: Strong negotiation, analytical, and vendor management skills.
- Industry Experience: Exposure to Tier-1 automotive culture with domain familiarity in plastic injection, painted, and proprietary parts.