To manage the procurement of raw materials, components, tools, and services required for machine manufacturing. The role involves vendor management, negotiation, purchase order processing, and ensuring timely and cost-effective material availability.
Material Requirement Planning (MRP)
Coordinate with production, design, and stores departments to understand material requirements.
Prepare and monitor purchase requisitions based on Bill of Materials (BOM) and inventory levels.
Vendor Development & Management
Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable suppliers for components, raw materials, and outsourced services.
Maintain vendor database and ensure adherence to quality, cost, and delivery standards.
Sourcing & Negotiation
Obtain competitive quotations from vendors and negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery timelines.
Conduct cost analysis and ensure best value-for-money procurement.
Purchase Order Management
Prepare and issue purchase orders (POs) in ERP / software system.
Track and follow up on order status, deliveries, and delays.
Inventory & Coordination
Ensure timely material delivery to avoid production delays.
Coordinate with stores and accounts for GRN (Goods Receipt Note), stock verification, and invoice verification.
Compliance & Documentation
Maintain complete records of quotations, POs, delivery notes, invoices, etc.
Ensure compliance with ISO / company procurement policies.
Reporting & Analysis
Prepare purchase MIS, cost tracking reports, and supplier performance analysis.
Highlight delays, shortages, or urgent requirements to management.