Material Officer

Role & responsibilities

1. Procurement Planning & Execution:

• Plan and execute purchases of raw materials, packaging materials in coordination with production departments.
• Release purchase orders and ensure timely delivery as per production requirements.

2. Oracle ERP System Management:

• Manage procurement processes through Oracle ERP including PR to PO cycle, GRN generation, vendor master updates, and stock tracking.
• Monitor inventory levels, lead times, and re-order points through ERP dashboards.

3. Inventory & Warehouse Oversight:

• Monitor raw material and packaging inventory levels to avoid stockouts or excess inventory.
• Coordinate with stores and logistics for material receipt, storage, and dispatch management.

4. Cost Control & Budgeting:

• Implement cost reduction strategies in procurement and logistics.
• Align purchasing plans with the annual budget, track variances, and recommend corrective actions.

5. Regulatory & Quality Compliance:

• Ensure materials meet required specifications and regulatory standards (chemical regulations, safety norms).
• Coordinate with QA/QC for material approval and documentation compliance.

6. Reporting & Analytics:

• Prepare MIS reports on material consumption, vendor performance, cost trends, and aging inventory.
• Support audits (internal/external) with relevant purchase and inventory records.

Preferred candidate profile

• Diploma or B. Sc + MBA in Supply Chain / Operations / Materials Management
• Experience in procurement and materials management, preferably in paint/chemical/FMCG industry