Purchase Supervisor

1. Responsible for all activities relating to purchase with all suppliers.
2. To ensure that the right quality of materials are purchased at competitive rates at the right time.
3. To invite quotations, process orders, follow up with suppliers and ensure timely arrival of materials.
4. Constantly be on the look out for alternate suppliers for all raw materials.
5. To source for alternate raw materials constantly with an objective to reduce cost without compromising on quality.
6. Appraise the vendors’ performance on a monthly basis on all parameters, with particular emphasis on price, quality and service.
7. Co-ordinate with the staff concerned internally on all issues relating to purchases/suppliers and to ensure all transactions including payments are handled smoothly.
8. Adhere to the principles and policies of the Company for all purchase activities.
9. Be responsible for all special assignments given from time to time.
10. To be totally involved with the production department for product development particularly with reference to procurement of raw material.
11. To achieve savings either in the procurement of raw materials by constantly negotiating with the suppliers without affecting the quality or by any other means.
12. To be responsible for the interior decoration of all upcoming Company showrooms.
13. To be responsible for the maintenance related jobs for the Company showrooms.
14. To assist Marketing in providing information regarding alternate raw materials which could be used for existing/new products.
15. To submit monthly reports before 5th of every month as per the format attached.

Desired Candidate Profile

1. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
2. Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement or purchasing, ideally within the industry.
3. Strong understanding of procurement processes, including RFQs, RFPs, and contract management.
4. Proficiency in using ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).
5. Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience in supervising and motivating a team.
6. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all tasks.
7. Exceptional analytical skills, with the ability to analyze data and make informed purchasing decisions.