Assistant Purchase Manager (Flavours & Fragrances Division)
Role Purpose
To support the timely and cost-effective procurement of raw materials, packaging materials, and indirect supplies for the Flavours & Fragrance Division of Norex. The role focuses on commercial negotiation, vendor coordination, documentation follow-ups, logistics support, and ensuring material availability.
Key Responsibilities
A. Raw Material & Indirect Procurement
- Source aroma chemicals, essential oils, isolates, solvents, and other raw materials.
- Float RFQs, compare quotations, negotiate prices, and generate purchase orders.
- Ensure material availability as per production plans and reorder levels.
- Maintain price trackers for key commodities.
B. Vendor Management & Development
Identify and onboard new suppliers.Maintain vendor database and performance records.Coordinate vendor samples for QC / R&D testing.Support vendor audits for quality and compliance.C. Documentation & Regulatory Coordination
Collect procurement-related documents (COA, SDS, IFRA certificates, allergen declarations, FEMA / FSSAI statements).Ensure timely submission of documents to QC / Regulatory teams.Manage import documentation and compliance checks.D. Logistics & Inventory Coordination
Coordinate dispatches, transporters, freight rates, and delivery follow-ups.Track shipments and communicate delays to Production / Warehouse.Ensure correct packaging standards (HDPE drums, aluminum bottles, GI drums).Monitor import shipments, customs clearance, and ETAs.E. Cross-Functional Coordination
Work closely with Production, QC, R&D, Warehouse, and Finance.Support raw material trials and alternate sourcing.Assist QC with sampling and inspection coordination.F. Cost Optimization & Market Intelligence
Assist in price benchmarking and annual rate contracts.Track global and domestic price trends.Support cost-saving and efficiency initiatives.G. ERP & Reporting
Update PRs, POs, GRNs in ERP.Maintain dashboards and procurement trackers.Submit weekly procurement MIS reports.Skills Required
Functional :
Negotiation and communication skillsKnowledge of procurement cyclesUnderstanding of commercial terms (INCOTERMS, taxes, freight)ERP and Excel proficiencyBasic understanding of aroma ingredientsBehavioral :
Attention to detailStrong follow-up disciplineRelationship building with vendorsProactive risk identificationHigh integrity in procurementEducation & Experience
Graduate / Post-graduate in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Chemistry, or related field.2–5 years of procurement experience in manufacturing / FMCG / chemicals / F&F.Experience with flavour / fragrance raw materials preferred.📧 Interested candidates can send their CV to : jobs@norex.in
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