Assistant Manager- Purchase ( Import)

Synergy Resource Solutions

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Key Responsibilities:

1. Import Buying

• Identify and source suppliers from international markets for raw materials, components, and finished goods.
• Manage end-to-end import process including RFQs, price negotiations, INCO terms, documentation, and LC management.
• Liaise with clearing agents, freight forwarders, and customs authorities to ensure smooth clearance.
• Monitor global pricing trends and exchange rate impacts on landed costs.

2. New Product Development (NPD):

• Collaborate with the R&D, Design, and Marketing teams to understand new product requirements.
• Identify and develop new international suppliers for customized or innovative products.
• Manage sampling, technical evaluations, price analysis, and approvals.
• Negotiate MOQ, lead time, and packaging standards for new products.

3. Reordering and Inventory Management

• Track consumption trends and ensure timely reordering of high-movement and critical items.
• Maintain appropriate stock levels to avoid shortages or excess inventory.
• Work closely with warehouse and planning teams for demand forecasting and order scheduling.

4. Vendor Development & Management:

• Build long-term partnerships with key overseas suppliers.
• Evaluate supplier performance regularly based on quality, cost, reliability, and compliance.
• Ensure suppliers adhere to company standards, certifications, and ethical sourcing requirements.

5. Cost Optimization & Process Improvement:

• Work on cost-saving initiatives through alternate sourcing, bulk negotiation, or supplier consolidation.
• Improve procurement lead times, reduce procurement cycle time, and streamline import processes.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of international procurement regulations, documentation, and logistics.
• Familiarity with INCOTERMS, HS codes, and import duties.
• Proficient in ERP systems and MS Excel.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience in sourcing from China, Southeast Asia, or Europe.
• Background in manufacturing, consumer goods, or electronics industries.
• Understanding of product lifecycle and time-to-market challenges in NPD

Benefits for their employees: -

• Mediclaim for employee along with spouse and child (upto 2)
• Personal accidental Insurance of employee
• No sandwich leave policy
• flexible working hours
• Performance Bonus to Best performers in every quarter
• Paid Maternal & Paternal leaves
• Yearly performance appraisal
• All perks and Leaves are given from the day of joining , no restrictions during probation period
• Fun employee engagement activities every month
• CSR activities done on monthly basis
• Employee Birthday and Work Anniversary Celebrations
• Employee friendly culture to encourage good work life balance