Assistant Purchase Manager

Industry:

Department:

Reporting To:

Roles & responsibilities:

• Manage

  endtoend procurement

  and ensuring timely availability of materials for production.
• Develop and maintain

  strategic vendor relationships

  to secure quality, costeffective, and timely supplies.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and payment terms to achieve

  cost savings without compromising quality

  .
• Monitor and maintain

  optimal inventory levels

  in coordination with production and stores teams.
• Conduct

  market research

  to identify new suppliers, materials, and costreduction opportunities.
• Ensure

  compliance with OEM standards

  , industry regulations, and company policies.
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams for

  new product development

  and sourcing of prototype materials.
• Maintain accurate purchase records, supplier performance data, and procurement reports for audits and reviews.
• Drive

  continuous improvement initiatives

  in procurement processes to support operational excellence.

Preferred candidate profile

• Education:

  Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Mechanical/Production Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.

• Experience:

  7 to 12 years

  in procurement/purchase, preferably in

  Tier 1 automotive component manufacturing

  .
• Proven expertise in

  vendor development, cost analysis, and contract negotiation

  .
• Proficiency in

  ERP systems like SAP

  and procurement documentation.
• Strong understanding of

  IATF 16949 / ISO standards

  and OEM quality requirements.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problemsolving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive salary with

  performancebased incentives

  .
• Opportunity to work in a

  Tier 1 OEM supplier environment

  with exposure to global standards.

• Clear career growth path

  into senior procurement and supply chain leadership roles.
• Professional development through

  training and crossfunctional project exposure

  .
• Supportive work culture that values

  innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement

  .

• Transportation

  (Thirumazhisai to Avadi route) from November onwards.

• Educational Assistance Program

  for Employees Children