Head of Purchase | Distillery &Spirit Industry

Job Profile

We are looking for a strategic and experienced Head of Purchase to lead the procurement and supply chain operations of our distillery. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of raw material sourcing, vendor management, and procurement processes specific to the liquor and distillery industry. This is a senior leadership position responsible for ensuring timely, cost-effective, and quality procurement of all materials required for production — from grains and ENA to packaging and utilities.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the end-to-end procurement process for raw materials, packaging, machinery, and consumables.

Identify, evaluate, and develop vendor and supplier relationships for consistent supply and quality assurance.

Negotiate and finalize contracts, pricing, and supply agreements with vendors.

Coordinate with production, blending, and finance departments to forecast material requirements and ensure uninterrupted operations.

Ensure procurement complies with excise, statutory, and company policies.

Develop and monitor purchase budgets, cost-saving initiatives, and inventory control measures.

Maintain accurate documentation and records of all purchases and contracts.

Analyze market trends, supplier performance, and pricing fluctuations to optimize sourcing decisions.

Support new project expansions by sourcing capital equipment and project materials.

Implement ERP or procurement automation systems to streamline operations.

Skills and Qualifications

Graduate / Postgraduate in Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business Management (MBA preferred).

10–18 years of experience in procurement or purchase within the distillery, beverage, FMCG, or manufacturing industry.

Strong understanding of grain-based and molasses-based distillery inputs, packaging materials, and excise norms.

Proven expertise in vendor development, cost negotiation, and logistics coordination.

Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills.

Familiarity with SAP / ERP systems and inventory management processes.

Why Join Us

Play a key role in driving operational excellence in a reputed distillery group.

Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.

Opportunity to work on new product and capacity expansion projects.

Collaborative environment with strong focus on innovation and quality.

Location : Chandigarh

Company : Alcostar Group of Companies

Experience : 10–18 years | Industry : Distillery / Liquor / Beverages / Manufacturing

To Apply

Send your CV to Corp.HR@alcostardistillers.com with the subject line : Application – Head of purchase. or apply directly through LinkedIn.