Purchasing Analyst

Brief Job Description:

Material Buyer:

We are seeking a dedicated and organized Material Buyer to manage and optimize the procurement of materials essential for our production processes in Ambernath India. In this role, you will plan and oversee material flow to ensure timely and accurate supplies, support production needs, and maintain cost-effective inventory control. Your attention to detail and strategic planning will be critical in ensuring smooth operations and achieving organizational efficiency.

Responsibilities and Measurement Criteria with Time investment Needed on Each:

(This will describe the overall core responsibilities of the role, decision making responsibilities etc.)

• Procurement of items viz sheet metal cabinets, wire harness, fuses, switchgear, Class C items etc.
• Releasing of POs w.r.t. MRP released by Planning Department.
• Follow-up and coordination with Suppliers for timely delivery ( On time Delivery ) of material
• Inventory Optimization, Controlled day-wise incoming material for space optimization at plant
• Other tasks: Supplier OTD (Delivery Rating), Buying Plan estimation, monitoring & control, Open POs monitoring, etc.
• Knowledge of Imports & Shipment Terms, Customs Clearance.
• Hand-on Experience on Supplier Management, Material Ordering, Tracking
• Plan and purchase supplies for assigned commodities, ensuring cost control and compliance with company rules.
• Procure materials, components, and services according to production plans.
• Collaborate on daily/weekly production planning and provide input for monthly MPS.
• Coordinate delivery schedules with suppliers and ensure smooth material flow through ongoing communication.
• Address potential supply risks, monitor stock operations, and implement emergency plans for critical short-term issues.
Foster proactive collaboration with internal customers and suppliers.

Qualifications:

Required/ Minimum Qualifications:

• Engineering Diploma / Degree, Material Management Degree/ Diploma.
• Minimum 5-7 Years experience in Purchase dept.
• Knowledge of purchasing methods and instructions is highly desirable
• Knowledge of MRP system
• MS Office Professional (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Time Travel Needed:

• TBC