Assistant Manager - Purchasing

Internal Job Title: Assistant Manager Purchasing

Company: Lawson Lucy India Private Limited (LLIPL)

Location: Vadodara, India

Job Reference No: 4020

Job Purpose

Lawson Fuses Limited (LFL) is seeking a ‘Assistant Manager Purchasing’ for its Indian subsidiary Lawson Lucy India Private Limited (LLIPL) based in Vadodara, Gujarat. This role will directly report to the Operations Manager for the plant and it’s a key role for the business. The role holder will lead the purchasing department in India and will manage and drive all aspects of procurement and supply chain activities on both tactical and strategic front for the business.

As an Assistant Manager Purchasing you will manage end-to-end functions of the purchasing department. This includes procurement strategy, Identify and evaluate potential suppliers to ensure they meet company standards, price and contract negotiation, timely delivery of goods, optimizing costs and maintaining quality standards.

Main purpose of the role is to strategically align Lawson Fuses in the Low Voltage fuse gear electrical marketplace by excelling in purchasing activities, set performance metrics and KPIs for suppliers include on time delivery. Create and Monitor Supply Chain Planning dashboards

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate, as you will influence and help shape the profile, reputation, and growth of Lawson Fuses. This role also gives an opportunity to develop and train a purchasing team and work with the global workforce as well.

Job Context

Incorporated in 1938, LFL is an established British and global brand that operates in the fuse gear market with a focus on design, development and manufacture of low voltage High Rupture Capacity (HRC) fuse-links and associated fuse holders. LFL’s products are ASTA certified and comply with IEC/BS/ENA standards and accepted throughout the world. With manufacturing facilities based in UK and India, LFL’s global clientele is spread across several countries including (not limited to) UK, Middle East, Africa, India, Malaysia, Australia, South Korea and Hong Kong. With ISO 17025 ASTA certified R&D lab and ASTA certified manufacturing plants, LFL is keen on safety, quality and speed of product delivery. From 2018, LFL is part of Lucy Group which is a diversified international group head quartered in Oxford, UK and operates in multiple sectors including Power Distribution, Smart Lighting, Fuse Gear and Real Estate.

LFL is planning for a significant growth within the next 5 years, and our Indian plant (LLIPL) is the center piece for this growth plan driving productivity, cost savings and throughput. Assistant Purchasing Manager will be responsible for creating and excellent purchasing function which will enable LLIPL to move towards next level.

Job Dimensions

This is a full-time onsite role based in our Indian plant (Vadodara, Gujarat). This is a full-time onsite role based in our Indian plant (Vadodara, Gujarat). This role reports to operations manager of the business based in India and the main objective of this role will be to lead development and implementation of purchasing strategy for the business. This role requires an outstanding leader, communicator and exceptional team player who can lead and deliver objectives of the purchasing department.

Key activities of this role will include the following:

• Vendor sourcing, evaluation and management
• Negotiating pricing and contract terms with suppliers
• Purchase order management
• Timely delivery of products through optimized stock levels
• Inventory control and optimisation
• Cost analysis, optimisation and reduction.
• Supplier performance evaluation and management
• Risk management and compliance
• Cross departmental collaboration
  
  

• Identifying potential vendors, evaluating their capabilities, and selecting the most suitable suppliers based on quality, price, and delivery timelines.
• Negotiating pricing terms, payment conditions, delivery schedules, and quality standards with suppliers to secure the best deals for the company.
• Creating and managing purchase orders, tracking order status, and ensuring timely delivery of goods.
• Monitoring stock levels, forecasting demand, and optimizing inventory levels. Evaluate inventory needs, maintain appropriate levels of stock and devise strategies to dispose of outdated items in the most profitable way.
• Analysing spending patterns, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and implementing strategies to reduce procurement costs.
• Regularly evaluating supplier performance based on quality, delivery time, and compliance with agreed terms.
• Identifying potential procurement risks and implementing mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions.
• Ensuring adherence to company policies, regulatory requirements, and ethical sourcing practices.
• Working closely with different departments like operations, production, and finance to understand their needs and align procurement activities accordingly.
• Assistant Purchasing Managers are responsible for assessing an organisations existing procurement strategies and recommending methods for decreasing costs and wastage of resources.
• Assistant Purchasing Managers also oversee contract negotiations with suppliers, which includes approving contracts written by purchasing agents and assisting with complex or large-scale supplier agreements.
• Responsible for designing, developing & analyzing Supply Chain Planning dashboards.
  
  

• A minimum 7-10 years’ experience within purchasing and supply chain roles.
• Experience in working in a manufacturing environment, especially electrical circuit protection would be a major advantage.
• Experience in working in low voltage and medium voltage components.
• Education: Ideal candidate will have an engineering qualification preferably a Bachelor/master’s degree in relevant discipline.
• Strong negotiation skills: Expertise in negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers to achieve favourable terms.
• Market knowledge: Understanding of the market dynamics, industry trends, and supplier landscape
• Excellent interpersonal and business communication skills.
• High level of initiative with the ability to self-motivate.
• Works well independently and in team settings
• Good written and spoken English
• Ability to travel around the UK & globally
• Vendor management: Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers
• Strong Analytical skills Analysing data to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize procurement strategies
• Exceptional organisational and time management skills
• Experience in collaborating with global cross-cultural teams.
• Strong computer skills with high level of proficiency in Microsoft office and other related business systems. Exposure to modelling tools will be helpful (e.g., SolidWorks, Ansys etc)
• Proficiency in Procurement software, Familiarity with ERP systems Dynamics 365 and procurement management tools
• Effective communication Skill with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers
• Leadership skills: Ability to lead a team of procurement professionals
• Computer skills: To conduct research, chart trends, write reports and communicate with suppliers, purchasing managers use basic computer skills and operate with a standard level of computer literacy. To be an eligible candidate, you can learn how to work with standard spreadsheets, databases and presentation software.
• Decision-making skills: Purchasing managers make crucial decisions on a regular basis. They understand how to weigh benefits and drawbacks, forecast results and make quick
  
  

• Vision to look towards the long-term future including coaching and support of the team.
• Able to work under pressure & to challenging deadlines
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Ability to confidently motivate and provide direction to a cross functional team
• Creative thinker and doer
• Proactive can-do attitude
• Maintain a high level of self-motivation and independence