Job Description
Position : Asst Manager – Purchase
Industry : Sheet metal / Automotive
Experience : Minimum 10 Years
Budgeted CTC : Up to ₹7 lacs
Job Purpose
The Deputy Manager – Purchase will be responsible for leading procurement activities for Raw Materials (RM), Bought-Out Parts (BOP), and Consumables, ensuring cost-effective sourcing, timely availability of materials, and maintaining strong vendor relationships. The role demands a strong background in sheet metal industry procurement and costing knowledge to achieve organizational cost optimization and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Sourcing
- Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable suppliers for RM, BOP, consumables, and capital items.
- Prepare and release purchase orders ensuring cost, quality, and delivery commitments are met.
- Conduct market research to track trends in pricing, availability, and supply conditions.
Costing & Negotiation
Analyze material cost structures and identify cost-saving opportunities.Conduct price negotiations, finalize contracts, and ensure best purchase practices.Support new product development teams with cost inputs and supplier sourcing.Vendor Management
Develop long-term partnerships with vendors while maintaining competitive supply sources.Regular vendor evaluation on quality, delivery, and pricing.Drive vendor audits, compliance, and adherence to company procurement standards.Inventory & Supply Chain
Monitor inventory levels and ensure uninterrupted production through effective material planning.Coordinate with Production, Planning, Quality, and Finance teams to align procurement with business needs.Implement Just-In-Time (JIT) practices where feasible to optimize inventory.Process & Compliance
Ensure adherence to company procurement policies and statutory compliances.Maintain accurate purchase records, MIS reports, and documentation for audits.Implement continuous improvements in procurement processes and supplier performance.Candidate Profile
Education : Graduate in Engineering / Commerce with MBA in Supply Chain / Materials Management preferred.Experience : Minimum 10 years in Purchase / Procurement within the sheet metal or automotive manufacturing industry.Strong exposure to sourcing , BOP, consumables, and capital items.Proven expertise in costing, vendor negotiations, and supplier development.Hands-on experience in ERP systems (SAP / Oracle / equivalent).Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills.Key Competencies
Negotiation & Persuasion SkillsStrategic Cost ManagementVendor Development & Relationship BuildingSupply Chain Planning & Inventory ControlProblem-Solving & Decision MakingTeam Collaboration