Purchasing Manager

As a Procurement & Supply Chain professional at our company located in HO/Matoda, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals. Your key responsibilities will include: - Handling end-to-end machinery purchase, including equipment, spare parts, attachments, and consumables. - Managing fabrication purchase, which involves steel structures, tanks, frames, and custom-fabricated parts. - Possessing strong technical knowledge of bought items to evaluate quotations both technically and commercially. - Sourcing, evaluating, negotiating, and finalizing suppliers to ensure quality and cost competitiveness. - Building and maintaining reliable vendor networks, conducting supplier audits, and performance reviews. - Ensuring compliance with company policies, industry standards, and legal requirements. - Controlling procurement budget and identifying cost-saving opportunities. - Overseeing imports, logistics, and ensuring timely delivery of equipment and fabricated parts. - Maintaining procurement records, contracts, and MIS reports. In addition to these responsibilities, you should demonstrate the following key skills and competencies: - In-depth knowledge of bought items such as machinery, spare parts, fabrication materials, and consumables. - Strong vendor management, sourcing, and negotiation skills. - Ability to read and understand technical drawings/specifications. - Familiarity with supply chain processes, inventory control, and logistics. - Cost-conscious, analytical, and problem-solving mindset. - Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP / Oracle / Tally) and MS Office. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills. To excel in this role, you should possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration. A preferred qualification would be an MBA in Supply Chain or Materials Management. Additionally, you should have 10-15 years of procurement experience in heavy machinery and fabrication purchase, along with demonstrated expertise in understanding and sourcing technical/engineering items. (Note: No additional details of the company were provided in the job description.),