Team Member - Indirect Material Purchase

Position Description

Position Purpose

The Indirect Material Purchase Team is responsible for sourcing of indirect material for sites.

Strategic Responsibilities

• Implement key purchase / procurement strategies, contingency plans for all indirect material for production, maintenance and repairs


• Implement tracking system for indirect material purchase orders to increase accuracy in delivery follow-up


• Provide support in implementing cost effective purchases of materials by executing a robust cost optimization strategy

Operational Responsibilities

• Ensure timely procurement of right quality of indirect material as per business plan


• Ensure procurement cost well within budgeted cost


• Identify higher consumption items and converting them in long term contracts


• Coordinate with sub-contractors and ensure timely supply of indirect material for timely supply of final material


• Maximize creditors day by higher credits on inputs and low inventories


• Identify non-moving items as per norms and propose NPA in consultation with Engineering, Packaging Lab & Quality Control department


• Ensure material reconciliation with sub-contractors as per defined frequency and maintenance of proper records for outsourcing


• Analyze supplier data and assist in solving complex quality problems


• Ensure resolution of problems related to misunderstanding or misinterpretation of product specifications or quality standards

Financial Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to the budget of Indirect Material Purchase team

People Responsibilities

• Inform & discuss quality related matters with Lead Indirect Material Purchase


• Ensure smooth working of the department and maintain cordial relations with peers


• Attend on job training to enhance skills and knowledge

Education Qualification

• B.Tech/B.E. – Mechanical / Chemical


• PG - MBA/PGDM Graduate (Supply Chain/ Operations)

Work Experience

• 5-7 years of experience in Supply Chain, Warehouse Management

Industry to be Hired from

• Any industry - Preferable chemical industry

Functional Competencies

Interaction Complexity and Team Work