Purchasing Manager (Industrial Manufacturer)

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute procurement strategies to ensure the timely sourcing of raw materials, production components, machinery, and indirect purchases while optimizing cost, quality, and lead times.
Lead end-to-end procurement activities, including supplier sourcing, RFQs/RFPs, tender management, commercial evaluations, negotiations, and contract execution.
Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives through strategic sourcing, value engineering, supplier consolidation, and process improvements.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers to ensure reliable supply, competitive pricing, and consistent product quality.
Conduct supplier evaluations, performance reviews, and risk assessments to improve supplier performance and mitigate supply chain risks.
Lead commercial negotiations covering pricing, payment terms, service agreements, and long-term supply contracts.

Work closely with Planning, Production, Warehouse, and Engineering teams to ensure procurement activities align with production schedules and inventory requirements.
Monitor inventory levels and material availability to prevent production disruptions while optimizing inventory carrying costs.
Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and efficient inventory management.

Partner with Engineering, Quality Assurance, Operations, Finance, and R&D teams to support new product introductions, supplier qualifications, and material approvals.
Support manufacturing operations by ensuring critical materials and equipment are available according to project timelines.
Provide procurement expertise during product development, supplier selection, and technical evaluations.

Establish and maintain procurement policies, SOPs, and best practices to improve operational efficiency and governance.
Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements.
Monitor procurement documentation, contracts, and purchasing records to ensure accuracy and audit readiness.

Track and analyze procurement KPIs, including cost savings, supplier performance, purchase price variance, inventory turnover, and on-time delivery.
Prepare procurement reports, spend analysis, and strategic recommendations for senior management.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement processes, operational efficiency, and supplier performance.

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Minimum 8-10 years of procurement or sourcing experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial or leadership role, preferably within the manufacturing, engineering, metal fabrication, industrial equipment, or related industries.
Proven experience managing end-to-end procurement operations and supplier relationships across local and international markets.
Experience sourcing raw materials, fabricated components, industrial equipment, or engineering-related products will be highly advantageous.

Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, and procurement best practices.
Excellent commercial acumen with a proven ability to negotiate favorable pricing and commercial terms.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate procurement data and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Good understanding of inventory management, production planning, and supply chain operations.
Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Strategic thinker with a proactive and results-oriented mindset.
Strong leadership capabilities with experience managing and developing procurement teams.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Resilient, adaptable, and committed to driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability in managing supplier relationships and procurement activities.