Purchase Manager

Dimension / Scope of The Job:

To manage procurement of direct and indirect materials for sealing and gasket manufacturing, ensuring cost efficiency, timely availability, and compliance with quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Procurement Strategy & Planning
  
  

Develop and implement sourcing strategies for direct materials (metal, composites, etc) and indirect materials (MRO, consumables, services). Ensure alignment with production schedules and inventory norms.

• Vendor Development & Management
  
  

Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers for raw materials and indirect items. Negotiate contracts, pricing, and payment terms to achieve cost savings. Monitor supplier performance on quality, delivery, and compliance.

• Cost Optimization & Budget Control
  
  

Drive cost reduction initiatives through alternate sourcing and value engineering. Maintain procurement within approved budgets and report variances.

• Compliance & Documentation
  
  

Ensure adherence to company policies, statutory requirements, and audit norms. Maintain accurate purchase records, agreements, and vendor documentation.

• Coordination & Communication
  
  

Work closely with PPC, Production, Quality, and Finance teams for material planning. Support new product development with timely sourcing of prototype materials.

• Risk Management
  
  

Mitigate supply chain risks by developing alternate sources and monitoring market trends. Ensure continuity of supply during demand fluctuations or emergencies.

Experience: 12–15 years in procurement, preferably in automotive or industrial manufacturing.

Qualification: Education: BE / MBA in Supply Chain / Materials Management.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of procurement processes in automotive manufacturing.
• Expertise in direct material sourcing (rubber, metal, gasket components) and indirect procurement.
  
  

Safety / EHS Competencies :

• Awareness on significant safety hazards, risk & operational controls
• Legal compliances - awareness on EHS Policy & objective
• Awareness on Emergency Management system
• Environment significant aspects, Risk knowledge & its operational controls

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