Skills
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procurement
processing
manufacturing
strategy
planning
sourcing
strategies
packaging
forecast
inventory
projections
efficiency
management
pricing
contracts
audits
compliance
erp
flow
coordination
logistics
qc
analyze
data
reports
documentation
traceability
negotiation
development
software
sap
communication
technology
certification
Job
Description
Position: Procurement Manager Location: Kesari, Ambala Haryana Industry: Food Processing / Frozen Foods / FMCG Employment Type: Full-Time Experience Required: 5–10 years (in food/FMCG/manufacturing preferred) Key Responsibilities: 1. Procurement Strategy & Planning Develop and execute sourcing strategies for raw materials , packaging material, and consumables. Forecast procurement needs based on production schedules, inventory levels, and sales projections. Build vendor pipelines to ensure availability, quality, and cost-efficiency. 2. Vendor Management Identify, evaluate, and finalize vendors for different categories. Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers. Conduct vendor audits and ensure compliance with quality, regulatory, and food safety standards. 3. Purchase Operations Prepare and manage purchase orders and contracts in ERP/Tally. Monitor delivery timelines and coordinate with the warehouse and production team for smooth material flow. Maintain strong coordination with accounts, logistics, and QA/QC teams. 4. Cost & Inventory Control Monitor commodity price trends and plan purchases to optimize costs. Ensure minimum stock levels and avoid overstocking or stockouts. Analyze procurement data and generate cost-saving reports for management. 5. Compliance & Documentation Ensure compliance with FSSAI, GST, and other statutory procurement norms. Maintain accurate and up-to-date purchase records, agreements, and vendor documentation. Ensure traceability for all food-related ingredients and packaging materials. Key Skills Required: Strong negotiation, vendor development, and contract management skills Deep understanding of food ingredients and packaging materials Familiarity with procurement software (Tally, ERP, SAP, etc.) Knowledge of food safety standards, cold chain logistics, and perishables procurement Good analytical and communication skills Qualifications: Graduate/Postgraduate in Supply Chain, Food Technology, or Business Management Certification in procurement/supply chain/logistics is a plus Prior experience in a food processing or frozen food environment is essential. Show more Show less
