Purchase Manager

Position: Purchase Manager

Role Overview

Reporting to the Head of Director(s), the Purchase Manager leads procurement, asset management, inventory control, and equipment maintenance. This role plays a vital part in enhancing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring uninterrupted supply and asset upkeep.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Procurement & Supplier Management

• Define and implement procurement strategies that optimize total cost of ownership while upholding quality and lead-time targets.
• Conduct thorough market analysis and supplier evaluations to support strategic sourcing .
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to secure favourable deals .
• Build and maintain strong, performance-driven relationships with vendors; including onboarding, monitoring KPIs, and driving continuous performance improvements

2. Inventory & Asset Control

• Oversee inventory management: forecast demand, optimize stock levels, and minimize carrying costs
• Maintain and update asset registers, coordinating scheduled inspections, servicing, and life-cycle tracking.
• Collaborate with logistics and warehouse teams for seamless goods receipt, storage, and record-keeping.

3. Cost Optimization & Budgeting

• Monitor procurement budgets, analyse financial reports, identify savings opportunities, and track cost avoidance initiatives
• Use spend analytics to identify trends, drive supplier consolidation, and negotiate bulk and volume discounts.

4. Compliance, Risk & Quality Management

• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations (e.g., GST, BIS) and internal procurement policies
• Develop risk mitigation plans focusing on supplier disruptions, quality failures, regulatory changes
• Coordinate vendor quality assessments such as audits, inspections, and performance reviews.

5. Cross‑Functional Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and mentor a small team of procurement and inventory personnel, fostering professional growth
• Collaborate with Finance, Allocation, Maintenance, and Operations teams to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Should have good site wide maintenance experience.

6. Process Enhancement & Sustainability

• Identify and implement process improvements, including e‑procurement systems or automation tools .
• Promote sustainable procurement practices—such as local sourcing and eco-friendly suppliers—as per industry best practices.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive procurement, inventory management, or asset management experience .
• Proven expertise in negotiation, contract management, and vendor relations.
• Advanced analytical ability, with strong proficiency in ERP/inventory systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Tally) and MS Office.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and team leadership skills.
• Working knowledge of local regulations (GST, BIS) and compliance practices.

Preferred & Value‑Adds

• Postgraduate qualification (MBA or Master’s in Supply Chain).
• Professional certifications: CPSM, CSCP, CIPS.
• Experience in implementing procurement software or digitization initiatives
• Familiarity with sustainable procurement methodologies and risk-based sourcing strategies.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary aligned with industry standards in Kerala.
• Career advancement opportunities, including leadership and professional development initiatives.
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture committed to continuous improvement.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter detailing relevant experience and salary expectations to recruitment@tijusacademy.org, with “Purchase Manager ” as the subject line.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Internet reimbursement

Work Location: In person