Deputy manager purchase

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 Skills

Strategic Cost Management

Vendor Development & Relationship Building

Supply Chain Planning & Inventory Control

Problem-Solving & Decision Making

Team Collaboration