Assistant Manager - Plant Purchase & Stores

COMPANY & BUSINESS OVERVIEW:

A 350-year young organization with strong pillars on value system and customer centricity, Saint-Gobain employs 176,000 people across 64 countries with over 90 nationalities. A fortune 500 company, Saint-Gobain is recognized among the 100 most innovative and 100 most sustainable corporations on earth. Saint-Gobain has pioneered several Products, Marketing, Manufacturing, Application, Sustainability, Human Resources Innovations, Knowledge, and Skill Development that helped in the emergence of product differentiation and segmentation in the industry.

In India we are today a community of united entrepreneurs who believe talent is infinite and can continuously shape the future, every day.

The strategy of responsible growth is guided by the Saint-Gobain Group’s purpose, “MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME”, which responds to the shared ambition of everyone in the Group to act every day to make the world a more beautiful and sustainable place to live in.

This is a full-time, on-site role located at KIADB Industrial Area, Harohalli Cross, Bangalore.

Role & responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for raw materials, consumables, and services.
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships to ensure reliable supply and quality.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and contracts with suppliers.
• Monitor daily stock levels and ensure timely replenishment of inventory.
• Review and approve purchase orders in line with budget and requirements.
• Ensure GRN (Goods Receipt Notes) are processed accurately after quality clearance.
• Coordinate with accounts for invoice verification and payment processing.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and issuing of materials as per SOP.
• Conduct regular stock audits and reconcile physical vs. book inventory.
• Generate and review reports on procurement, inventory, and vendor performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety, statutory, and company policies.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Coordinate with internal departments to align procurement with operational needs.
• Oversee disposal of scrap and obsolete materials in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate records in ERP and ensure data integrity.

Desired Candidate Profile

• 8-12 years of progressive experience in purchase and stores management within manufacturing, FMCG, or related sectors.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., Movex, SAP, Oracle) and advanced MS Excel skills.
• Strong negotiation, leadership, and analytical skills.
• Strategic procurement and vendor management
• Inventory optimization and stock reconciliation
• Contract management and cost control
• Data-driven decision making and reporting

Know someone who might be a great fit or interested yourself? Send updated resumes to Careers.GyprocIndia@saint-gobain.com