Sourcing Head

Role & responsibilities

1. Planning & Procurement
• Planning and sourcing of materials as per production and merchandising requirements • Reviewing planned orders and creating purchase requisitions • Managing the approval process for purchases • Monitoring stock levels and placing orders as required

2. Vendor Research, Evaluation & Onboarding
• Researching potential vendors, evaluating capabilities, and finalizing suppliers • Onboarding potential and new suppliers to educate them on company standards, requirements, procedures, and production timelines • Maintaining a database of approved suppliers/vendors

3. Pricing, Costing & Negotiation
• Comparing and evaluating offers from suppliers • Negotiating best pricing, costing, and commercial terms • Evaluating supplier quotations and offers

4. Order Management & Follow-ups
• Tracking order acknowledgments • Regular follow-up with vendors for material status • Preparing and communicating shortage and backlog reports • Following up with vendors to ensure timely delivery

5. Quality & Compliance
• Handling and ensuring raw material quality as per standards • Ensuring materials are delivered as per agreed quality, cost, and timelines

6. Coordination & Communication
• Coordinating with Merchandising, Production Planning, and Vendors for timely inward of materials • Providing visibility and escalation on material delays or issues well in advance

7. Logistics & Dispatch
• Preparation and execution of dispatch plans

8. Documentation & Record Management
• Maintaining proper records and documentation of purchased items • Managing supplier and purchase-related data and reports

9. Vendor Relationship & Issue Resolution
• Maintaining strong vendor relationships • Resolving sourcing-related issues effectively • Tracking vendor payments and coordinating for timely settlements

Preferred candidate profile

• Experience in costing and negotiation
• Strong Knowledge of material sourcing and vendor management
• Ability to plan dispatches and manage timelines effectively
• Excellent coordination and follow-up skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel
• Notice Period Maximum 30 days
• Minimum Graduate with good communication Skills
• Based in Faridabad or willing to relocate