MANAGER PURCHASE

About the Role: The Purchase Manager is responsible for overseeing the procurement of goods, materials, and services required by the organization while ensuring timely delivery, cost efficiency, and compliance with quality standards.Responsibilities:- Procurement and Sourcing: - Develop and implement strategic sourcing and procurement plans to ensure the timely availability of materials and services, aligned with organizational goals. - Negotiate prices, terms, and delivery schedules with domestic and international vendors. - Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, delivery, cost, and responsiveness. - Ensure compliance with internal purchasing policies and procedures. - Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., Production, NPD, Stores, Finance, QA, etc.) to forecast demand and ensure alignment of supply chain strategy. - Track and analyze key procurement metrics (e.g., cost savings, lead times, etc.). - - Purchase Order Management: - Oversee that purchase orders are issued on time and ensure timely delivery of goods and services. - Monitor the orders placed and handle any delays or issues that may arise. - Monitor records of purchases, including pricing, terms, and delivery schedules. - - Vendor Relationship Management: - Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure smooth procurement processes. - Address and resolve any vendor-related issues, including delivery discrepancies or product quality concerns. - Evaluate supplier performance and resolve any supply issues or discrepancies. - - Import / Export: - Manage all import/export operations, including documentation, licensing, HS code classification, and compliance with customs regulations. - Liaise with freight forwarders, customs brokers, shipping lines, and regulatory authorities for smooth cargo clearance. - Oversee preparation and verification of shipping documentation (e.g., commercial invoices, packing lists, air waybills, bills of lading, bill of entries, shipping bills, certificates of origin, etc.). - Monitor the shipments and manage logistics timelines to ensure timely delivery. - Monitor records of imports and exports for audit and reporting purposes. - Handle DGFT-related documentation and compliance. - Support in managing advance payments and duty payments. - Ensure insurance coverage, payment terms, and logistics cost optimization. - Stay updated with changes in trade laws, tariffs, HS codes, and INCOTERM. - - Inventory and Stock Management: - Collaborate with warehouse and inventory teams to manage stock levels and avoid over/under stocking. - - Quality Control: - Ensure that purchased goods or services meet the organization’s quality standards. - Coordinate with internal teams to assess product or service satisfaction and handle returns or exchanges as necessary. - - Documentation and Reporting: - Prepare, maintain and update purchasing records, including invoices and delivery receipts. - Generate MIS reports on purchasing activities. - - Cost Control and Budgeting: - Preparation of budgets for procurement activities. - Work closely with finance for budgeting, cost tracking, and variance analysis. - Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement efficiency-improving initiatives. - Prepare procurement reports and cost analysis for management review.-Qualifications: Relevant educational background in procurement, supply chain management, or a related field.Required Skills:- Strong negotiation skills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Proficiency in procurement software and tools. - Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.Preferred Skills:- Experience in international trade and customs regulations. - Knowledge of quality control processes. - Familiarity with inventory management systems.Pay range and compensation package: Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.Interested candidate : contact srividhya@```

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