Purchase Manager

Role Purpose

The Purchase Manager will own end-to-end procurement for the company across all

categories, ensure uninterrupted availability of raw materials at the best total cost, and

build a dependable, diversified domestic and international vendor base.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Across All Categories

Raw materials such as plywood, MDF, particle board, laminates and allied panel inputs.

Packaging materials and production consumables.

Capex items, machinery, spares and maintenance purchases.

Traded goods sourced for Praveedh brands.

Manage the full cycle from indent and RFQ to PO, follow-up, receipt and invoice closure.

Raw Material Continuity

Ensure zero stock-out of raw materials at the factory by planning purchases against production and sales forecasts.

Set and monitor reorder levels, safety stock and lead times for critical items in

coordination with production and stores.

Maintain approved alternate sources for all critical materials to reduce single-vendor risk.

Vendor Development and Relationship Management

Identify, evaluate and onboard new domestic and overseas suppliers.

Visit supplier sites regularly for capability assessment, quality audits and relationship building.

Run periodic vendor rating on quality, delivery, price and service; act on poor performance.

Resolve quality, delivery and commercial issues with suppliers in coordination with QC and accounts.

4 . Imports

Handle import procurement, including supplier negotiation, Incoterms, LC / payment terms and documentation.

Coordinate with CHA, freight forwarders and logistics partners for timely clearance and delivery.

Track landed cost, duties, exchange impact and shipment schedules.

Negotiation and Cost Management

Negotiate price, payment terms, credit period and annual rate contracts.

Track raw material price trends and advise management on buying timing.

Deliver measurable cost savings without compromising quality or supply.

Team, Systems and Compliance

Lead and develop 1-2 purchase executives.

Maintain accurate records in the ERP system and share regular MIS with management.

Ensure adherence to company purchase policy, approval limits and statutory requirements.

Candidate Profile

Must Have

8-10 years of hands-on purchase experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.

Proven vendor development and vendor relationship management.

Working knowledge of import procurement and documentation.

Strong negotiation skills with a record of cost savings.

Experience with any ERP system and good command of MS Excel.

Willingness to travel to supplier sites and the factory.

Preferred

Background in building materials, plywood, MDF, laminates, panels or allied industries.

MBA / PGDM in Materials Management or Supply Chain.

Existing vendor network in plywood, MDF, laminates and building material categories.

Pay

₹800,000.00 - ₹1,000,000.00 per year

Benefits

Leave encashment

Paid sick time

Provident Fund

Work Location

In person