Purchase Manager

Position Summary

The Purchase Manager / SCM Head will be responsible for end-to-end supply chain

management including procurement, vendor development, material planning, inventory

control, logistics, and cost optimization for the machine shop. The role requires strong

technical understanding of machining, materials, and manufacturing processes to ensure

timely and cost-effective procurement without compromising on quality or delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute purchase strategies aligned with production and sales targets.
• Ensure on-time procurement of raw materials, bought-out parts, tooling, consumables,

and subcontracted components.

• Monitor supplier performance for delivery, quality, and pricing; maintain approved

vendor list.

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and contracts to achieve annual cost savings targets

(4–5% YoY).

• Plan and maintain optimal inventory levels while minimizing stock-outs and excess stock.
• Coordinate closely with PPC, Production, and Quality to ensure material availability and

compliance with technical specifications.

• Identify and develop alternate vendors for critical and imported items to reduce lead time

and risk.

• Monitor and control logistics, inward/outward transport, and subcontracting timelines.
• Implement and maintain ERP-based purchase and inventory tracking systems.
• Generate and review monthly MIS reports for material cost, vendor performance, and

savings achieved.

• Ensure statutory compliance for procurement, taxation, and vendor documentation.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-Time Supplier Delivery % – ≥ 95%
• Procurement Cost Saving % – ≥ 5% annually
• Stock-Outs (Count) – 0 per month
• Inventory Turnover Ratio – ≥ 6 times per year
• Supplier Rejection % – < 1%
• Lead Time Adherence % – ≥ 90%
• Vendor Development – ≥ 2 new vendors/quarter
• Purchase Order Accuracy – ≥ 99%

Educational Qualification

• B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical or Production Engineering (mandatory).
• MBA / PGDM in Supply Chain Management or Operations (preferred).

Experience Requirements

• 10–18 years of experience in procurement or supply chain within precision machining,

fabrication, or engineering manufacturing industries.

• Strong knowledge of materials (steel, castings, forgings), machining consumables, and

subcontracting processes.

• Hands-on experience in vendor sourcing, cost negotiation, and supplier audits.
• Exposure to ERP-based purchase management and inventory control systems.

Technical &amp; Managerial Skills

• Excellent understanding of machining drawings, tolerances, and specifications.
• Ability to evaluate supplier manufacturing capabilities and quality systems.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills for cost estimation and comparison.
• Experience in logistics planning, subcontract management, and import/export procedures.
• Proficiency in ERP, MS Excel, and reporting dashboards.

Desired Attributes

• Engineering mindset with commercial acumen.
• Ability to balance cost, quality, and delivery priorities effectively.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills with vendors and internal

teams.

• Hands-on, proactive approach with ownership and urgency.
• Integrity, discipline, and commitment to continuous improvement.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹15,745.59 - ₹52,830.70 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person