manager purchase

About the Role: The Purchase Manager is responsible for overseeing the procurement of goods, materials, and services required by the organization while ensuring timely delivery, cost efficiency, and compliance with quality standards.

Responsibilities:

- Procurement and Sourcing:
- Develop and implement strategic sourcing and procurement plans to ensure the timely availability of materials and services, aligned with organizational goals.
- Negotiate prices, terms, and delivery schedules with domestic and international vendors.
- Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, delivery, cost, and responsiveness.
- Ensure compliance with internal purchasing policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., Production, NPD, Stores, Finance, QA, etc.) to forecast demand and ensure alignment of supply chain strategy.
- Track and analyze key procurement metrics (e.g., cost savings, lead times, etc.).
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- Purchase Order Management:
- Oversee that purchase orders are issued on time and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
- Monitor the orders placed and handle any delays or issues that may arise.
- Monitor records of purchases, including pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
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- Vendor Relationship Management:
- Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure smooth procurement processes.
- Address and resolve any vendor-related issues, including delivery discrepancies or product quality concerns.
- Evaluate supplier performance and resolve any supply issues or discrepancies.
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- Import / Export:
- Manage all import/export operations, including documentation, licensing, HS code classification, and compliance with customs regulations.
- Liaise with freight forwarders, customs brokers, shipping lines, and regulatory authorities for smooth cargo clearance.
- Oversee preparation and verification of shipping documentation (e.g., commercial invoices, packing lists, air waybills, bills of lading, bill of entries, shipping bills, certificates of origin, etc.).
- Monitor the shipments and manage logistics timelines to ensure timely delivery.
- Monitor records of imports and exports for audit and reporting purposes.
- Handle DGFT-related documentation and compliance.
- Support in managing advance payments and duty payments.
- Ensure insurance coverage, payment terms, and logistics cost optimization.
- Stay updated with changes in trade laws, tariffs, HS codes, and INCOTERM.
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- Inventory and Stock Management:
- Collaborate with warehouse and inventory teams to manage stock levels and avoid over/under stocking.
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- Quality Control:
- Ensure that purchased goods or services meet the organization's quality standards.
- Coordinate with internal teams to assess product or service satisfaction and handle returns or exchanges as necessary.
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- Documentation and Reporting:
- Prepare, maintain and update purchasing records, including invoices and delivery receipts.
- Generate MIS reports on purchasing activities.
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- Cost Control and Budgeting:
- Preparation of budgets for procurement activities.
- Work closely with finance for budgeting, cost tracking, and variance analysis.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement efficiency-improving initiatives.
- Prepare procurement reports and cost analysis for management review.

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Qualifications: Relevant educational background in procurement, supply chain management, or a related field.

Required Skills:

- Strong negotiation skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in procurement software and tools.
- Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.

Preferred Skills:

- Experience in international trade and customs regulations.
- Knowledge of quality control processes.
- Familiarity with inventory management systems.

Pay range and compensation package: Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Interested candidate : contact srividhya@futuresandcareers.com

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