Manager - Purchase - Auto Component

Experienced Manager Purchase to lead procurement and sourcing activities, ensuring the timely availability of quality materials at optimum cost. The role involves developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, negotiating commercial terms, driving cost optimization initiatives, and ensuring uninterrupted supply to support manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities:

- Lead procurement activities for direct and indirect materials.

- Develop sourcing strategies to optimize cost, quality, and delivery.

- Identify, evaluate, and develop new suppliers.

- Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, and annual rate agreements.

- Ensure timely procurement to support production schedules.

- Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement.

- Coordinate with Production, Planning, Quality, Finance, and Stores for seamless procurement operations.

- Drive cost reduction, value engineering, and localization initiatives.

- Manage RFQs, vendor selection, purchase orders, and contract administration.

- Ensure compliance with procurement policies and statutory requirements.

- Monitor inventory levels and optimize procurement planning.

- Lead and mentor the purchase team while building strong supplier partnerships.

Qualification:

- B.E./B.Tech or MBA in Supply Chain, Operations, or Materials Management.

- 8-12 years of experience in procurement within the automotive, auto-component, or manufacturing industry.

- Strong experience in strategic sourcing, vendor development, contract negotiation, and cost optimization.