• Source and procure materials required for apparel manufacturing and packaging.
• Identify and develop new vendors and suppliers as per company requirements.
• Search for suppliers through IndiaMART, TradeIndia, Google, local markets, industry contacts, exhibitions and references.
• Source items such as:
• Polybags / Polythene
• Garment labels and size labels
• Hang tags and stickers
• Cartons and packaging materials
• Patches and tapes
• Buttons, zippers, elastic and other garment accessories
• Printing and embroidery-related materials
• Other production and office purchase requirements
• Obtain and compare quotations from multiple suppliers.
• Negotiate price, MOQ, quality, delivery timelines and payment terms.
• Arrange samples from new vendors and coordinate sample approval.
• Maintain an updated vendor database with supplier details, product range, prices and terms.
• Develop alternate vendors for important materials to avoid dependency on a single supplier.
• Prepare quotation comparison sheets and submit recommendations for approval.
• Issue purchase orders after receiving the required approval.
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinate with Production, Stores, Accounts and Management regarding purchase requirements.
• Verify that received materials match the approved specifications, samples and quantities.
• Resolve quality, shortage and delivery-related issues with suppliers.
• Continuously search for better-quality and cost-effective suppliers.
• Maintain proper purchase records, pending-order reports and vendor documentation.
Key Skills Required
• Strong vendor sourcing and market research skills.
• Good negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong follow-up and coordination ability.
• Good knowledge of apparel, garment accessories and packaging materials.
• Proficiency in MS Excel.
• Ability to compare quotations and analyse costs.
• Ability to independently find new suppliers.
• Good understanding of quality, MOQ and delivery requirements.
• Proactive approach and ability to work under deadlines.
Preferred Experience
Candidates with experience in garment manufacturing, apparel sourcing, textile, packaging or manufacturing procurement will be preferred.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Development of new reliable vendors.
• Competitive purchase prices and cost savings.
• Timely availability of materials.
• Quality of purchased materials.
• Reduction in purchase delays and shortages.
• Availability of alternate suppliers for critical materials.
• Effective negotiation and vendor management.