Purchase Manager

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure cost-effective and timely supply of materials

- Source and evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and maintain strong vendor relationships

- Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with production and stores to prevent stock-outs

- Ensure procurement complies with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies

- Analyze market trends, raw material prices, and supplier performance for informed decision-making

- Prepare and manage procurement budgets, cost reports, and purchase documentation

- Lead a team of procurement executives and coordinate cross-functionally with production, QA, and finance teams

- Identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvements, and supplier development

- Ensure timely resolution of procurement-related issues and disputes

Qualifications & Skills:

• Any Graduate or Post Graduate

• 5+ years of experience in procurement/purchase in chemical, dyes, pigments, Lake colour, food colour or manufacturing industries

• Strong negotiation, analytical, and supplier management skills

• Knowledge of inventory management, ERP systems, and procurement best practices

• Understanding of quality requirements in chemical manufacturing

• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making abilities