Purchase Manager

Key Responsibilities
A. Strategic Procurement

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with production schedules, project timelines, and company goals.
• Ensure sourcing from qualified and approved vendors as per pharma compliance standards (Schedule M, WHO-GMP, etc.).
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, warranties, and delivery schedules to optimize cost and quality.

B. Vendor Management

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new vendors for machinery, utilities, packaging, raw materials, and services.
• Maintain and periodically review the Approved Vendor List (AVL).
• Conduct vendor audits with QA and Engineering teams.
• Build long-term partnerships with reliable suppliers to ensure consistency and supply security.

C. Purchase Operations

• Prepare and issue Purchase Orders (POs), ensuring all specifications, terms, and conditions are correctly stated.
• Coordinate with stores, QA, and finance for material receipt, inspection, and payment processing.
• Track and expedite deliveries to avoid stockouts or project delays.
• Maintain procurement MIS and ensure proper documentation for audits.

D. Compliance & Cost Control

• Ensure adherence to company policies, MSME Act, tax rules, and contract law in all procurements.
• Implement cost-control measures, vendor performance reviews, and price benchmarking.
• Support internal and external audits by providing records, justifications, and traceability documents.

E. Cross-Department Coordination

• Collaborate with Production, QA, QC, Maintenance, and Projects teams for technical and material specifications.
• Liaise with the Accounts and Finance team for payment schedules, advances, and TDS-related documentation.
• Coordinate with Engineering & Projects for capital goods procurement (HVAC, utilities, fabrication, etc.).

Qualification and Experience

Graduate in Engineering, Sciences or Commerce (MBA in Materials Management or Supply Chain preferred).

Note:-Candidates should have 4 to 10 years of experience in procurement, preferably within a pharmaceutical, food, or chemical manufacturing setup. Strong skills are required in negotiation, vendor development, cost analysis, ERP or SAP systems, and commercial documentation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹38,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person