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Assistant Purchase Manager (Flavours & Fragrances Division)Role PurposeTo 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 ResponsibilitiesA. 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 RequiredFunctional:- Negotiation and communication skills- Knowledge of procurement cycles- Understanding of commercial terms (INCOTERMS, taxes, freight)- ERP and Excel proficiency- Basic understanding of aroma ingredientsBehavioral:- Attention to detail- Strong follow-up discipline- Relationship building with vendors- Proactive risk identification- High 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.