Key Responsibilities:

• Handle end-to-end purchase operations for materials, components, and consumables required across departments and warehouses.

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new vendors and suppliers across India to ensure quality and cost efficiency.

• Prepare and process purchase orders (POs) as per approved requisitions and internal requirements.

• Negotiate prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules to achieve optimal cost savings.

• Coordinate with vendors for order confirmation, dispatch status, and timely delivery of materials.

• Maintain and update vendor records, rate contracts, and product catalogs for easy reference.

• Ensure purchase documentation and compliance with company policies and audit standards.

• Work closely with warehouse, accounts, and logistics teams to resolve issues related to GRN, invoices, and payments.

• Track and report purchase status, lead times, and material movement to management.

• Evaluate vendor performance regularly based on quality, price, and delivery timelines.

• Monitor market trends and price fluctuations to make informed sourcing decisions.

• Assist in forecasting material requirements based on production and sales plans.

• Ensure adherence to timelines for Pan-India procurement across multiple product categories.

• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance purchase efficiency and cost control.