Procurement Manager

Job Description

Job description Job Purpose : To handle the technical procurement of key materials such as sheet metal components, plastic molded parts, and packaging materials, ensuring the best cost-quality-delivery mix through efficient sourcing, vendor development, and ERP-based processes. Key Responsibilities: Technical Sourcing & Vendor Management: Source and evaluate suppliers for sheet metal parts (laser cutting, stamping, powder coating), plastic molded components (injection molding), and corrugated packaging Negotiate commercial and technical terms including payment, lead time, and QC standards Maintain and update approved vendor lists; perform vendor audits and performance reviews Purchase Operations & Cost Optimization Raise purchase orders, track deliveries, and ensure on-time GRN and invoice processing in ERPNext Coordinate with production and warehouse to ensure material availability without overstocking Benchmark material prices regularly and suggest cost-saving initiatives or alternate suppliers Cross-Functional Coordination Collaborate with Design, R&D, Quality, and Production teams to finalize technical specs, trial new vendors, and support NPD sourcing Work with QC to close NCRs (non-conformity reports) with vendors Systems & Documentation Ensure full PR-PO-GRN Invoice flow in ERP Next Maintain all documentation for vendor quotes, comparisons, approvals, and audit compliance Continuous Improvement Analyze purchase patterns and suggest improvements in procurement strategy Assist in identifying bottlenecks and process gaps in the sourcing-to-inventory cycle Candidate Profile: Education: B.Tech (Mechanical, Electrical preferred) Experience: 2-5 years in procurement/sourcing roles in manufacturing or OEM environments Industry Exposure: Electrical, Electronics, Auto Parts, OEM, Packaging, or Consumer Durables Technical Know-how: Sheet Metal (CRCA, GI, stamping, bending), Plastics (ABS, PP, injection molding), Corrugated boxes (3-ply/5-ply, bursting strength, GSM) Systems Knowledge: Hands-on with ERP systems, proficient in Excel Soft Skills: Strong negotiation, follow-up, time management, and documentation skills Other Traits: Ownership mindset, vendor relationship skills, cost-conscious thinking Salary & Benefits : CTC: 4 - 5 LPA Performance Bonus (optional): Based on cost savings, timely delivery compliance, and vendor development KPIs Travel reimbursement for vendor site visits, if applicable Growth Path: Opportunity to grow into a Procurement Manager within 23 years based on performance and initiative. Show more Show less