Purchase Executive

Job Title: Purchase Head Location: Sakoli Plant, Aviven Engitech Pvt. Ltd. (Modura Furniture) Reporting To: Director (Neelam Ujwane) Company Overview: Aviven Engitech Pvt. Ltd., operating under the brand Modura Furniture , is a leading manufacturer of modular metal furniture, supplying customized solutions to retail stores, laboratories, libraries, warehouses, and home/utility segments. With a vision of becoming a world-class factory, we focus on operational excellence, lean manufacturing, and profitability. Role Objective: To lead and manage the procurement and vendor development functions in alignment with plant production goals, cost efficiency, quality standards, and timely delivery. The Purchase Head plays a key role in ensuring that raw material availability supports uninterrupted production flow while optimizing working capital. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Procurement Cost Savings: Achieve minimum 5–10% cost reduction YoY through negotiation, alternate sourcing, and bulk planning. On-Time Material Availability: Ensure 95%+ availability of raw material at the plant as per the production schedule. Vendor Lead Time Compliance: Maintain supplier delivery adherence within agreed lead time (2–15 days).Optimize material consumption to achieve higher inventory turnover without stock-outs.Reduce time from requisition to PO release below industry benchmark.Regularly evaluate suppliers for quality, price, delivery & service with monthly reporting.Ensure 100% digital PO and inward process through ERP with real-time stock visibility.Ensure zero mismatch in GRN vs. PO vs. invoice; monthly reconciliation reports. Key Responsibilities (KRAs): 1. Strategic Procurement Planning Inventory Turnover Ratio: Purchase Cycle Time: Supplier Performance Rating: ERP Usage & Data Accuracy: Material Reconciliation: Forecast raw material requirement based on production plans. Develop sourcing strategies for sheet metal, powder, hardware, and packaging. Identify cost-saving and value engineering opportunities. 2. Vendor Development & Management Build and maintain relationships with reliable suppliers in Ahmedabad, Mumbai, and other regions. Develop alternate sources to reduce dependency. Conduct quarterly vendor audits and quality evaluations. 3. Cost Management & Negotiation Negotiate prices and payment terms to maintain ₹90/kg average raw material cost or better. Drive bulk order strategies with controlled buffer stocks. 4. Inventory & Logistics Coordination Ensure buffer stock of 10 days of production. Track transit and inward material; avoid production line stoppage due to material delays. Coordinate with transporters for timely and safe deliveries. 5. ERP Integration & Documentation Ensure all purchase activities are recorded in ERP. Maintain accurate PO, delivery, and payment records. Work with accounts for vendor payment processing. 6. Cross-functional Collaboration Work closely with Design, Production, and Accounts teams. Attend weekly production and SCM review meetings. Support product development with early material sourcing. Required Skills and Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field. MBA preferred. 5–10 years of experience in a purchase or supply chain role in a manufacturing setup. Knowledge of sheet metal furniture industry is a strong plus. Strong negotiation, analytical, and ERP (SAP/Custom ERP) skills. Leadership and team management abilities. Salary: Commensurate with experience Job Type: Full-time Work Hours: Monday to Saturday, Factory Hours Location: Sakoli Plant, Near Ramaji Kapgate School, Bhandara District Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹10,301.04 - ₹36,365.79 per month Schedule: Day shift Supplemental Pay: Yearly bonus Work Location: In person