Purchase Manager

A. Procurement & Sourcing

• Identify, assess, and qualify suppliers of natural and synthetic rubber.
• Execute end-to-end purchasing activities: RFQs, negotiations, contract creation, and purchase order issuance.
• Ensure competitive pricing, consistent quality, and reliable supply.
• Manage supplier performance and conduct periodic evaluations.

B. Trading & Market Intelligence

• Monitor global rubber markets, price trends, currency impacts, and demand-supply dynamics.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of commodity exchanges, futures markets (e.g., TOCOM, SGX), and global rubber production regions.
• Provide internal forecasts and recommend trading strategies to optimize cost and mitigate risks.
• Evaluate hedging or forward contracting options (if applicable).

C. Contract & Risk Management

• Manage short-term and long-term supply contracts.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, and company policies.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to price volatility, logistics, quality, and geopolitical factors.
• Develop alternative sourcing strategies during disruptions.

D. Logistics & Inventory Coordination

• Coordinate with logistics teams on shipment planning, delivery follow-ups, customs clearance, and warehouse scheduling.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels while minimizing carrying costs.
• Resolve supply delays, quality issues, or shipment discrepancies.

E. Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work closely with production, quality assurance, finance, and sales departments to forecast demand and manage supply planning.
• Support R&D and manufacturing teams in material trials and new product development.
• Provide cost updates and support budgeting activities.

F. Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain accurate procurement records, market reports, pricing trackers, and supplier databases.
• Prepare weekly/monthly reports on purchases, market conditions, and cost forecasts.
• Ensure audit-ready documentation for all procurement and trading activities.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: ₹80,000.00 - ₹100,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person