Assistant Manager - Purchase

Key Responsibilities

1. Procurement & Vendor Management

• Plan and execute purchase of raw materials (steel plates, pipes, valves), bought-out parts, consumables, spares, and services.
• Develop and maintain approved vendor list as per company and quality requirements.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contracts to achieve cost optimization.
• Evaluate vendor performance on quality, delivery, and service parameters.

2. Purchase Order & Documentation

• Prepare and release Purchase Orders (POs) as per approved requisitions.
• Ensure PO compliance with technical specifications, drawings, and quality standards.
• Maintain complete purchase documentation including RFQ, quotations, comparisons, PO, GRN, and invoices.

3. Inventory & Coordination

• Coordinate with Production, PPC, Quality, Stores, and Maintenance for material planning.
• Monitor inventory levels to avoid stock-out or excess inventory.
• Ensure timely follow-up with suppliers for on-time delivery.

4. Quality & Compliance

• Ensure materials comply with applicable standards (IS / ISO / PESO / customer requirements).
• Coordinate with Quality department for inspection, rejection handling, and corrective actions.
• Support audits related to procurement, ISO, and customer compliance.

5. Cost Control & MIS

• Track purchase costs, savings, and monthly procurement reports.
• Analyze price trends and identify alternate suppliers for cost reduction.
• Prepare MIS reports for management review.

6. System & Process Improvement

• Ensure adherence to purchase procedures and internal controls.
• Support ERP/SAP/MIS related purchase activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes.

Educational Qualification

• BE / B.Tech (Mechanical / Production) OR
• MBA / PG Diploma in Materials Management / Supply Chain / Purchase

Experience

• 8–12 years of relevant purchase experience in manufacturing / engineering industry
• Preferably experience in pressure vessels, cylinders, automotive, or heavy fabrication industry

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Knowledge of raw materials used in CNG cylinder manufacturing
• Understanding of quality systems and standards
• ERP/SAP exposure
• Analytical and cost-control mindset
• Good communication and coordination skills

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-time material availability
• Cost savings achieved
• Vendor performance ratings
• Inventory turnover
• Reduction in rejections and delays

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹65,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person