Assistant Manager/ Deputy manager -Purchase (Herbal Raw material only)

1. Procurement Planning & Strategy:

• Plan, source, and procure herbal raw materials as per production and R&D requirements.
• Develop and implement cost-effective procurement strategies while ensuring material quality and timely delivery.
• Coordinate with planning, production, QA/QC, and R&D teams for forecast-based procurement.
  

2. Vendor Development & Management:

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable suppliers for herbs, extracts, and botanicals (domestic and international).
• Conduct vendor audits and site visits in coordination with QA and regulatory teams.
• Maintain long-term supplier relationships and assess supplier performance periodically.
  

3. Price Negotiation & Cost Control:

• Negotiate commercial terms, payment conditions, and lead times to achieve cost optimization.
• Benchmark prices with market trends and suggest alternative sources to reduce procurement costs.
• Monitor market fluctuations, seasonality, and crop availability impacting raw material pricing.
  

4. Quality Compliance & Documentation:

• Ensure all purchased materials meet required specifications, COA, and regulatory standards (FSSAI, AYUSH, USFDA, etc.).
• Coordinate with Quality and Regulatory departments for documentation review and material approvals.
• Maintain vendor quality compliance records and traceability documentation.
  

5. Inventory & Supply Chain Coordination:

• Track inward material movement and ensure GRN closure within stipulated timelines.
• Coordinate logistics and ensure proper packaging, transport, and handling of sensitive herbal materials.
  

6. MIS, Reporting & Audit:

• Prepare and maintain procurement MIS including purchase orders, cost sheets, vendor performance, and budget adherence.
• Support internal and external audits related to procurement and vendor compliance.
• Provide monthly and quarterly purchase cost analysis reports to management.
  

7. Compliance & Ethics:

• Ensure adherence to company procurement policies, code of conduct, and statutory guidelines.
• Promote ethical sourcing practices and transparency in all procurement operations.