Assistant Manager - Procurement

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

• Researches, identifies, negotiates, and purchases raw materials and components for new products and services.


• Identifying, evaluating, and selecting potential suppliers of materials, chemicals, adhesives, facing, and packaging Seeking new suppliers when necessary.


• Preparing product and supplier comparisons; negotiating terms and conditions and awarding contracts for new products.


• Preparing purchasing agreements; working closely with suppliers, engineering, and operations to ensure that quality and price levels are met.


• Keeping abreast of changes in the market affecting both the supply of, and demand for, needed products and materials.


• Inventory & Demand Planning - Optimize inventory levels to balance cost and availability, Track material consumption, stock levels, and reorder cycles, Support demand forecasting using MRP/LTP systems.


• Cross-Functional Coordination - Collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Logistics teams, Resolve technical issues with suppliers and internal stakeholders, Support engineering changes and new part development.


• Logistics & Delivery Management - Track supplier deliveries and follow up for adherence to schedules, Coordinate packaging and logistics to improve efficiency, Escalate supply risks proactively

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