Head Purchase & Procurement

Position: Head Purchase & Procurement Location: Jeedimetla, Hyderabad Reporting to: Director Operations Interested candidates must contact Bindu at 8309624517 Industry: HVACR Component Manufacturing (Tubes, Wires, Copper Assemblies) Company Overview: Our client is a trusted name in the HVACR industry, known for manufacturing high-performance condenser coils, copper assemblies, filter driers, evaporator units, and a variety of tubing and wiring components. With decades of expertise in materials engineering and fabrication, the company focuses on delivering precision-made solutions for both domestic and export markets. Company has 10 plants across India Role Objective: To lead the procurement function across raw materials and components with a strong focus on steel, carbon steel, copper , and allied commodities essential for precision tube, wire, and heat exchanger manufacturing. The candidate will drive vendor strategy, cost optimization, and material availability to support aggressive production schedules and product quality standards. Key Responsibilities: 1. Raw Material Procurement: End-to-end sourcing of core manufacturing materials: Steel Tubes Low Carbon Steel Wire Copper Tubes Steel Plates/Brackets Refrigerant-specific materials 2. Supplier & Vendor Management: Identify and onboard reliable suppliers for domestic and international sourcing. Manage commercial negotiations, SLAs, lead times, and cost structures. Monitor material certifications, quality compliance, and test reports (IS/ASTM standards). Conduct vendor audits to ensure adherence to safety and quality protocols. 3. Strategic Planning & Inventory Control: Plan procurement schedules based on production forecasts and lead-time analysis. Reduce material holding costs while preventing stock-outs. Maintain MRP alignment and integrate with ERP tools for procurement planning. 4. Cost Optimization & Analytics: Track commodity price trends (copper, steel) and hedge procurement risk. Drive cost savings through alternate sourcing and efficient transportation logistics. Analyze material usage efficiency and reduce wastage through process inputs. 5. Team & Process Leadership: Lead a team of buyers, store executives, and procurement analysts. Standardize SOPs for procurement, vendor qualification, and documentation. Collaborate closely with Production, R&D, and Quality teams to align sourcing with product design. Required Qualifications: Bachelor / Diploma in Engineering; MBA preferred. 10–15 years of procurement experience in HVACR, metal fabrication, copper tube, or steel products industry . Proven knowledge of raw materials used in heat exchangers, coil winding, and copper assemblies . Familiarity with ERP systems, vendor portals, and price benchmarking tools. Strong negotiation, analytical, and leadership skills. Preferred Experience: Experience with import/export procurement , particularly from China, Vietnam, or Europe for copper/steel. Exposure to lean inventory practices , vendor-managed inventory (VMI), and JIT models. Knowledge of RoHS compliance, refrigerant-compatible materials, and REACH standards .