PURCHASE HEAD (10 YEAR EXPERIENCE)

A Purchase Head (or Head of Purchasing/Procurement) leads a company's buying department, developing strategies to get the best value for goods/services, managing supplier deals, overseeing the team, controlling budgets, and minimizing supply chain risks to ensure operations run smoothly and cost-effectively. Key duties include setting strategy, negotiating contracts, managing vendors, monitoring inventory, and reporting to leadership, focusing on cost savings, quality, and reliability. Key Responsibilities

• Strategy & Planning: Develop and implement overall purchasing strategies, policies, and procedures to align with business goals.
• Supplier Management: Identify, vet, negotiate with, and manage relationships with vendors and suppliers for optimal pricing, quality, and delivery.
• Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and manage the purchasing team, including buyers and agents.
• Cost Control & Budgeting: Control the purchasing budget, analyze costs, find savings, and ensure cost-effective acquisitions.
• Process Optimization: Oversee the entire procurement cycle, from requisition to delivery, and ensure efficient operations.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, such as shortages or delays.
• Reporting: Prepare reports and metrics for senior management on purchasing performance.

Core Duties

• Reviewing and processing purchase orders and requisitions.
• Negotiating contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers.
• Evaluating vendor performance (quality, timeliness, reliability).
• Managing inventory levels and forecasting needs.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and legal regulations.

Essential Skills

• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Strategic thinking and analytical abilities.
• Knowledge of procurement software and market trends.
• Leadership and team management.

Reporting Structure

• Typically reports to the CFO or COO, acting as a link between suppliers and internal departments.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Work Location: In person