Procurement Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement of raw materials, packaging materials, consumables, machinery requirements and other production-related materials.
• Identify, evaluate and onboard reliable suppliers and vendors.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules and other commercial terms with vendors.
• Ensure timely procurement of materials as per production planning and business requirements.
• Coordinate with the Production, Quality, Inventory and Accounts teams to understand material requirements.
• Maintain optimum procurement costs without compromising on quality standards.
• Monitor purchase orders, pending deliveries, vendor commitments and material lead times.
• Develop and maintain a strong vendor database and evaluate vendor performance periodically.
• Ensure proper documentation of purchase orders, quotations, invoices and other procurement records.
• Handle vendor-related issues, including quality discrepancies, delayed deliveries and price variations.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and applicable quality requirements.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in procurement, preferably in the manufacturing or food processing industry.
• Strong vendor management, negotiation and communication skills.
• Good understanding of raw material and packaging material procurement.
• Knowledge of purchase orders, vendor agreements and procurement documentation.
• Proficiency in MS Excel
• Strong analytical, coordination and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Candidate: Someone with hands-on experience in manufacturing procurement who can independently manage the complete procurement cycle.

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person