Deputy Purchase Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION DEPUTY MANAGER – PURCHASE

Company: WAM India Pvt. Ltd.
Location: Shahpur, Maharashtra
Department: Purchase / Procurement

Role Objective

To manage procurement, strategic sourcing and supplier development for mechanical components and raw materials, ensuring the required Quality, Cost and Delivery (QCD) standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, develop and manage reliable suppliers for the following materials and components:
• MS / Western Standard Pipes: 60, 114, 168, 193, 219, 273 and 323 mm diameter
• SS Pipes
• Cast Iron – as per WAM technical drawings, specifications, tolerances and quality requirements
• Gears / Shafts / Sprockets – as per WAM technical drawings, specifications, tolerances and quality requirements
• Motors
• Bearings
• Fasteners
• Coils
• Metal Sheets
• Aluminium Castings – as per WAM technical drawings, specifications, tolerances and quality requirements
• Source components in accordance with WAM technical drawings, specifications and quality standards.
• Develop alternate suppliers and identify cost-reduction and value-engineering opportunities.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules and other commercial conditions.
• Monitor supplier performance on Quality, Cost & Delivery (QCD) and ensure timely corrective actions.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, Production, Planning, Stores and Accounts to ensure timely material availability.
• Monitor Purchase Orders, supplier commitments and delivery schedules.
• Manage day-to-day procurement activities and reporting through SAP S/4HANA.
• Conduct supplier evaluations, capability assessments and performance reviews.

Qualification & Experience

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering – Mandatory
• 8–12 years of relevant experience in Purchase / Procurement in a manufacturing or engineering industry.
• Strong experience in mechanical component sourcing, supplier development and commercial negotiations.
• Detailed hands-on experience in SAP S/4HANA procurement processes – Mandatory.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, specifications and tolerances.
• Good knowledge of castings, machining, fabrication, pipes, steel products and mechanical components.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, communication and supplier-management skills.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD) | Supplier Quality | Cost Savings | Material Availability | Supplier Development | Procurement Lead Time | SAP Process Compliance