Senior Purchase Assistant

Job Description: Executive / Manager Purchase

Position Overview Responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies, negotiating contracts, and maintaining vendor relationships to optimize costs and support operational efficiency within the manufacturing unit.

Key Details

• Location: Sanaswadi, Pune
• Qualification: Any Graduation / M.Com / MBA in Supply Chain Management (SCM)
• Experience: 5+ Years in Manufacturing or Related Industry
• Reporting To: Managing Director

Key Responsibilities

1. Procurement & Sourcing Planning

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals and production requirements.
• Manage procurement planning for paper and raw materials in accordance with monthly forecasts and production plans.

2. Vendor Management & Negotiation

• Identify, evaluate, and select reliable suppliers based on quality, price negotiation, reliability, and delivery capability.
• Establish and maintain strong vendor relationships to resolve lead-time issues and ensure on-time material delivery.
• Communicate and follow up with suppliers to secure materials within required operational timelines.
• Coordinate with internal departments (production, finance, quality) to align procurement with daily operations.

3. Inventory Control & ERP Systems

• Maintain optimal inventory levels to eliminate stock-outs and minimize excess inventory.
• Monitor inventory turnover rates, lead times, and consumption patterns to forecast demand and adjust purchasing plans.
• Lead monthly stock-taking and physical inventory verification activities.
• Ensure accurate and timely Goods Receipt Note (GRN) entries through the ERP system.

4. Cost Control & Budgeting

• Analyze procurement expenses (purchase prices, freight, inventory carrying costs) to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Explore alternative suppliers and sourcing channels to optimize procurement processes.
• Prepare and manage procurement budgets, track expenses, and report variance analysis to senior management.

5. Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Partner with the quality control team for supplier evaluations, material inspections, and quality audits.
• Stay updated on industry regulations, standards, and best practices to ensure overall supply chain compliance.