Purchasing and Material Manager

Job Title: Purchasing and Material Manager

Location: Gurugram, Haryana

Experience: 8+ years

Position Summary

The Purchasing and Material Manager will oversee all purchasing and material management activities to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of raw materials, parts, and services. The role involves managing vendor relationships, negotiating pricing, maintaining inventory accuracy, and supporting production schedules. This position plays a key role in optimizing cost, quality, and delivery performance across the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Select and evaluate vendors, negotiate contracts, and manage purchase orders and releases through the ERP (Plex/MRP) system.
• Ensure all parts, materials, and services are procured at competitive prices and delivered on time.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels and conduct regular cycle counts.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure material readiness and on-time shipment.
• Manage sourcing and procurement of raw materials, MRO, and specialty items as required.
• Maintain supplier and sub-supplier relationships to ensure continuous supply chain flow.
• Develop and implement supplier stocking programs and safety stock strategies.
• Forecast material requirements, manage reorder points, and ensure adequate stock availability.
• Coordinate logistics for inbound and outbound shipments, addressing any supply or shipment issues.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to ensure material readiness for new jobs.
• Monitor supplier performance and take corrective actions to maintain quality and delivery standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for cost reduction and process efficiency.
• Prepare and analyze purchasing reports and provide data-driven insights to management.
• Perform other duties as assigned by senior management.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Chemical Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, with good understanding of chemicals and polymers.
• 8+ years of experience in Purchasing, Procurement, or Materials Management in a manufacturing, chemical or industrial environment.
• Certification in APICS, CPP, or SCMP preferred.
• Proven negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Strong understanding of SAP systems and purchasing workflows.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and follow-up skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Attributes

• Strategic mindset with hands-on execution capability.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Strong collaboration skills and cross-functional coordination.
• Commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Why Join UsYou’ll play a critical role in strengthening our supply chain operations and driving cost efficiency across materials and purchasing functions. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional seeking a dynamic and growth-oriented environment

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹60,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person