Executive - Chemical Purchase

Job Description

Candidates with experience in only Chemical purchase will be considered. Role & responsibilities Planning and procurement of chemical Raw material in line with the Business plan. Responsible for purchase of assigned chemicals and daily PR/PO fulfilment process. Conversion of Purchase Requisition to Purchase Order in SAP HANA for raw material & packing material taking into consideration supply chain constraints. New Vendor development Strategic planning Market Analysis and Future Trends monitoring Quote analysis before finalizing order by keeping proper inventory control. Update import shipment schedule weekly to the concerned department. • Single point of contact for suppliers to resolve issues pertaining to quality, delivery, invoices and any other order related issues to facilitate on time order delivery. Analyze and compare supplier quotes to ensure cost-effective purchasing decisions. Negotiate terms and conditions, pricing, payment terms, and delivery timelines to optimize costs and ensure a steady supply of materials. Safety stocks management to ensure zero down time in raw materials. Serve as the primary contact for suppliers to resolve quality, delivery, invoice, and order-related issues, ensuring timely order deliveries. Follow up with Liaisoning Department for MEIS, Advance License for duty free clearance, wherever applicable. Updating the import shipments in SAP. Coordination and follow up with CHA and transporter for timely clearance from port to factory by providing on time documents required for clearance. Forwarding CHA & transport Invoices after checking them to Accounts department for on time processing. Monthly MIS. Key Skills Proven experience in chemical raw material procurement, ideally within the chemical or specialty chemicals industry. Strong negotiation and analytical skills, with the ability to assess supplier capabilities and ensure cost-effective purchasing. Excellent communication and vendor management skills. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of local and international chemical raw material markets. Experience in SAP HANA