Purchase Manager 66 views1 application

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

1. Supplier Sourcing and Evaluation:
   • Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for automotive components and materials.
   • Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with quality and performance standards.
   • Continuously monitor supplier performance and take corrective actions when necessary.
2. Negotiation and Contract Management:
   • Negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing with suppliers to secure favorable agreements.
   • Draft and manage procurement contracts, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance.
   • Implement cost-effective procurement strategies to optimize expenditure.
3. Budget Management:
   • Develop and manage procurement budgets, ensuring cost control and efficiency.
   • Monitor and report on procurement expenditures to management.
4. Vendor Relationship Management:
   • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers.
   • Seek out new suppliers to expand the supplier base.
   • Collaborate with vendors to improve lead times, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
5. Materials Planning and Inventory Control:
   • Work closely with production and inventory teams to ensure timely availability of materials.
   • Implement inventory control measures to minimize excess or obsolete inventory.
6. Collaboration and Communication:
   • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and quality control, to meet production and quality requirements.
   • Communicate procurement status, challenges, and opportunities to the management team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (B.E. Mechanical) or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in procurement, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Strong knowledge of automotive components, materials, and suppliers.
• Proven negotiation and contract management skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools.
• Ability to analyze costs and implement cost-effective strategies.

Additional Requirements:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to procurement.
• Willingness to travel as needed for supplier visits and audits.