International Purchasing Manager

Role Overview:

The International Purchase Manager will be responsible for leading the end-to-end import procurement strategy for Zebronics. The role involves sourcing high-quality electronics, components, and finished goods from the global markets, developing supplier networks, ensuring cost efficiency, and maintaining strong vendor relationships to support business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute international sourcing strategies aligned with business needs.
• Identify, evaluate, and finalize reliable suppliers/manufacturers, especially from the global markets.
• Drive supplier negotiations for pricing, credit terms, lead times, and quality assurance.
• Benchmark global market trends, pricing, and technology advancements.
• Manage vendor onboarding, compliance, and long-term partnerships.
• Build strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability, transparency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct periodic supplier audits to ensure quality and compliance.
• Implement vendor scorecards and performance evaluation metrics.
• Oversee purchase orders, contracts, and shipment schedules to ensure on-time delivery.
• Coordinate with logistics, customs, and finance teams for seamless import processes.
• Manage end-to-end import documentation, LC (Letter of Credit), and international payment terms.
• Monitor lead times, inventory levels, and replenishment planning.
• Drive cost savings through strategic negotiations and volume consolidation.
• Monitor currency fluctuations, freight costs, and import duties for optimized procurement.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to vendor dependency, regulatory changes, and supply disruptions.
• Work closely with product, operations, inventory, and finance teams to align purchase planning with sales forecasts.
• Support new product launches with timely vendor sourcing and procurement.
• Ensure compliance with import/export laws, BIS norms, environmental, and quality standards.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong expertise in international sourcing, procurement, and vendor management.
• Deep knowledge of global market ecosystem, suppliers, and trading practices.
• Hands-on experience in import documentation, LC, Incoterms, customs clearance, and freight forwarding.
• Excellent negotiation, cost analysis, and contract management skills.
• Strong networking, relationship management, and cultural adaptability.
• Ability to handle multi-vendor, multi-category procurement.
• Analytical mindset with knowledge of pricing strategies and market benchmarking.