Manager / Sr. Manager - Purchase (Plastic Domain)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end procurement of

  plastic raw materials, resins, polymers, and molded components

  .
• Develop and execute effective sourcing strategies aligned with company goals and cost objectives.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers based on price, quality, reliability, and delivery.
• Ensure timely procurement and inventory optimization while avoiding stockouts and overstocking.

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key domestic and international suppliers.
• Negotiate long-term contracts, pricing agreements, and credit terms to maximize value.
• Monitor supplier performance and conduct periodic evaluations to ensure compliance with quality and delivery standards.

• Continuously identify cost-saving opportunities through alternate sourcing, improved logistics, or supplier consolidation.
• Conduct detailed cost analysis and benchmarking to support negotiations.

• Coordinate with QA/QC teams to ensure procurement meets company and regulatory standards.
• Ensure adherence to ISO/TS standards and maintain relevant documentation for audits.

• Work closely with Production, Design, Quality, and R&D teams to understand material requirements and specifications.
• Support NPD (New Product Development) projects with timely sourcing and supplier alignment.

• Lead a team of buyers/purchase executives, ensuring team development and performance.
• Report key procurement KPIs and analytics to senior management on a monthly/quarterly basis.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Deep domain knowledge of

  plastics, polymers, injection molding components

  , and suppliers.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP Oracle similar).
• Knowledge of global sourcing, customs, and import/export procedures is a plus.
• High integrity and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Educational Qualifications:

• Graduate in Engineering Science

  (preferably in Polymer, Chemical, or Mechanical streams).

• MBA PG Diploma

  in Supply Chain or Materials Management will be preferred.

Preferred Candidate Profile:

• 10-15 years of relevant experience in procurement, preferably in the

  automotive plastics industry

  .
• Proven track record of cost control, vendor development, and strategic sourcing.