We are looking for a dynamic, results-driven Assistant Manager Procurement to join our team in Kochi. In this role, you will oversee end-to-end purchasing activities, manage supplier relationships, lead cost negotiation strategies, and maintain seamless inventory coordination. The ideal candidate possesses hands-on expertise in SAP B1, strong compliance discipline, and the flexibility to operate in a hybrid work environment with occasional travel.

Role & responsibilities

- Vendor Management: Identify, onboard, and maintain relationships with reliable suppliers and vendors; cultivate strategic partnerships to ensure continuity of supply.
- Purchase Order (PO) Processing: Manage the complete requisition-to-PO workflow, ensuring timely approval, placement, and tracking of goods/services.
- Cost Control & Negotiation: Drive cost-reduction initiatives, negotiate favorable pricing, commercial terms, and SLA agreements without compromising quality.
- Inventory & Demand Coordination: Collaborate closely with supply chain,



operations, and warehouse teams to align purchasing schedules with inventory requirements and demand forecasts.
- Documentation & Compliance: Maintain comprehensive procurement records, audit trails, and ensure strict adherence to internal governance, tax laws, and industry regulations.
- Supplier Performance Monitoring: Conduct periodic vendor evaluations using KPIs (on-time delivery, quality, cost competitiveness) and address performance gaps.

Preferred candidate profile

- Education: Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
- Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in SAP B1or major ERP systems, alongside solid MS Excel/data analytical skills.
- Flexibility: Comfortable working in a Hybrid setup and willing to travel for site visits as needed.

📌 Assistant Manager - Procurement (Kochi)
🏢 Luker Electric Technologies
📍 Kochi