▷ [High Salary] 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

Why Join Us

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.