Purchase & Procurement Specialist

13 hours ago

Cochin, Kerala, India Bayfield Food Ingredients Full time ₹ 5,00,000 - ₹ 15,00,000 per year

About Bayfield:

Bayfield Food Ingredients Pvt. Ltd. is a leading manufacturer and supplier of high-quality food ingredients serving domestic and global markets. With a focus on quality, innovation, and reliability, Bayfield partners with top food and beverage companies to deliver consistent and compliant ingredient solutions

Role Overview:

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional to manage procurement operations for raw materials, packaging, consumables, and indirect items. The role ensures timely, cost-effective sourcing while maintaining vendor relationships and supporting operational efficiency.

Department: Procurement & Supply Chain

Location: Kochi

Key Responsibilities:

1. Procurement & Sourcing

  • Execute end-to-end purchasing of food-grade raw materials, ingredients, and packaging.
  • Identify, evaluate, and finalize suppliers with competitive pricing and quality standards.
  • Negotiate commercial terms and ensure timely issuance of POs as per internal PRs.

2. Vendor Development & Coordination

  • Build and maintain a reliable vendor base for key materials and consumables.
  • Liaise with suppliers on delivery schedules, quality issues, and documentation (COA, MSDS, FSSAI, etc.).
  • Conduct supplier evaluations and maintain supplier performance reports.

3. Planning & Communication

  • Coordinate with Production, Stores, QA/QC, and Accounts to align procurement plans with operational needs.
  • Monitor market trends and anticipate material requirement based on production forecasts.
  • Resolve delivery delays, material rejections, and other purchase-related issues promptly.

4. Documentation & Compliance

  • Maintain accurate records.
  • Ensure supplier compliance with regulatory and food safety requirements (FSSAI, BRC, etc.).
  • Adhere to internal procurement policies and assist in internal or external audits.

5. Reporting & ERP Management

  • Work on ERP systems for PR/PO/GRN tracking and inventory linkage.
  • Prepare weekly/monthly MIS reports covering purchase spend, lead time, supplier performance, etc.
  • Assist in cost control initiatives and alternate sourcing for critical materials.

Desired Skills & Competencies:

  • Strong understanding of procurement cycle and vendor negotiation
  • Experience in food industry raw material and packaging procurement
  • Knowledge of food safety and regulatory compliance documentation
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills
  • Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems (SAP)

Experience: 3–10 years (preferably in the food ingredients / FMCG industry)

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