Assistant Manager

Department: Purchase
Location:  Bawal, Haryana (or as applicable)    Industry:  Automotive Manufacturing
Experience:  8-10 Years
Reporting To: Purchase Manager / Head SCM

Job Summary   We are  seeking an experienced and result-oriented Assistant  Manager - Business Purchase  to manage strategic  sourcing, cost optimization, supplier development, and procurement activities  for automotive manufacturing operations

The ideal candidate should have  strong expertise in  Injection Moulding, Sheet  Metal, Rubber Components Costing , SAP procurement  modules, and import-export processes

The role requires coordination with  suppliers, engineering, quality, production, and finance teams to ensure  timely procurement at optimum cost, quality, and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing &  Procurement   Manage procurement activities for production and project  requirements
Identify, evaluate, and develop suppliers for automotive  components and raw materials.
Conduct RFQ/RFP processes, commercial negotiations, and  supplier selection.

Achieve annual cost reduction targets through value  engineering and strategic sourcing initiatives.

Costing & Commercial  Evaluation   Perform detailed costing analysis of:    Injection Moulded Parts   Sheet Metal Components   Rubber Parts   Tooling and Development Costs   Evaluate supplier quotations based on material,  conversion, overheads, tooling, and logistics costs.

Conduct should-cost analysis and benchmarking activities.
  Support VA/VE initiatives for cost optimization.

Supplier Development &  Management   Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
Monitor supplier performance related to Quality, Cost,  Delivery, and Service.

Conduct supplier audits and business reviews.
Coordinate with quality teams for supplier quality  improvements.
SAP & Procurement  Operations   Create and manage Purchase Requisitions (PR), Purchase  Orders (PO), Scheduling Agreements, and Contracts in SAP.

Monitor open POs and ensure timely closure.
Generate procurement-related MIS and reports from SAP.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies and  procedures.
Import & Export  Coordination   Manage procurement of imported components and materials.

Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs agents, and  logistics providers.
Handle documentation including:    Commercial Invoice   Packing List   Bill of Entry   Certificate of Origin   Shipping Documents   Ensure compliance with DGFT, customs regulations, and  company policies.
Monitor import shipments and minimize logistics costs.
Cross-Functional Coordination   Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Production,  Finance, and Logistics teams.

Support new project sourcing and localization activities.
Participate in APQP and new product development  activities.
MIS & Reporting   Track procurement KPIs including:    Cost Savings   Supplier Performance   On-Time Delivery   Inventory Optimization   Prepare monthly purchase performance reports for  management review.

 Required Qualifications   Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Production  / Industrial) preferred.

MBA or PG Diploma in Materials Management/Supply Chain  Management preferred.

Required Experience   8-10 years of experience in Purchase/Sourcing within the  Automotive Manufacturing Industry.
  Proven experience in sourcing and costing of:    Injection Moulded Components   Sheet Metal Components   Rubber Components   Experience handling domestic and international suppliers
  Strong exposure to import-export operations

Technical Skills   SAP MM Module (Mandatory)   Advanced Excel and MIS Reporting   Cost Breakdown Analysis   Vendor Development   Contract Negotiation   Procurement Planning   Import-Export Documentation   Supply Chain Management

Key Competencies   Commercial Negotiation Skills   Analytical and Costing Expertise   Vendor Management   Problem Solving   Communication & Interpersonal Skills   Team Collaboration   Result Orientation   Strategic Thinking

KPIs / Performance Metrics   Annual Cost Savings Achievement   Supplier On-Time Delivery Performance   Purchase Price Variance (PPV)

Supplier Quality Performance  
Inventory Optimization   Localization Achievement   Procurement Lead Time Reduction   Compliance with Procurement Policies   Preferred Automotive  Experience: Tier-1/Tier-2 automotive component  manufacturing companies handling Injection Moulding, Sheet Metal, Rubber, and  related commodities.