Job Description – Purchase / Procurement Specialist

Position

Senior Executive / Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager – Purchase & Procurement

Experience

2–10 Years

Location

Alwar | Neemrana | Ghiloth | Haridwar | Baddi | Sahibabad (Ghaziabad) | Faridabad | Ghaziabad

Industry

Consumer Durables / Home Appliances / Electrical Appliances / Manufacturing

Company

Job Summary

We are looking for experienced Purchase / Procurement professionals from the Consumer Durables / Appliances / Manufacturing industry to manage end-to-end procurement activities, vendor development, sourcing, negotiation, cost optimization, and timely availability of materials.

The ideal candidate should have strong experience in direct/indirect procurement, supplier management, cost negotiation, purchase planning, and coordination with internal stakeholders such as Production, Quality, Stores, Engineering, and Finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end purchase and procurement activities for materials, components, and other requirements.
• Identify, evaluate, develop, and manage vendors/suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and capability.
• Source materials from existing and new suppliers as per business requirements.
• Negotiate price, payment terms, lead time, MOQ, and commercial terms with suppliers.
• Release and manage Purchase Orders (POs) and ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues related to quality, delivery, pricing, and shortages.
• Drive cost reduction, cost optimization, and value engineering initiatives wherever applicable.
• Coordinate with Production, Planning, Quality, Stores, Engineering, Finance, and other departments for procurement requirements.
• Ensure availability of materials as per production schedules and business requirements.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels and support procurement planning.
• Develop alternate sources and ensure supplier continuity and risk mitigation.
• Conduct regular supplier reviews and support vendor audits/development activities.
• Track market trends, raw material prices, and supplier capabilities.
• Maintain procurement-related MIS, reports, vendor records, and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and processes.
• Support new product development / localization activities wherever required.
• Handle commercial discussions and resolve procurement-related escalations with suppliers.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of Purchase & Procurement processes
• Experience in Consumer Durables / Appliances / Manufacturing industry
• Vendor Development & Supplier Management
• Strategic & Operational Procurement
• Cost Negotiation & Cost Reduction
• Sourcing & Supplier Identification
• Purchase Order Management
• Material Planning & Delivery Follow-up
• Supplier Performance Management
• Commercial Negotiation
• Inventory & Supply Chain Coordination
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel / ERP systems

Candidate Profile

• 2–10 years of relevant experience in Purchase / Procurement.
• Candidates from Consumer Durables, Home Appliances, Electrical/Electronics, or Manufacturing backgrounds will be preferred.
• Candidates should have hands-on experience in vendor management, sourcing, negotiation, and procurement operations.
• Immediate joiners / candidates with 15–30 days notice period preferred.
• Qualification: Graduate / B.E./B.Tech / MBA / PGDM in Supply Chain, Procurement, Operations or related field preferred.