Section One: Basic Information about the Role
Designation: Manager
Department: Purchase
Work Location: Oragadam, Chennai
Reporting Manager: Deputy General Manager
Section Two: Job Purpose
Responsible for planning, coordinating, directing and identifying suitable suppliers for procuring materials and services to meet requirements, while ensuring that sufficient stock is available to meet client demand and minimizing inventory costs.
Section Three: Principal Accountabilities
3.1 Procurement and Contract Management
- Develop and implement procurement strategies and policies in line with the organization’s objectives.
- Source and evaluate suppliers to ensure they meet requirements for quality, cost, and delivery.
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers to achieve the best possible terms, conditions, and price reductions.
- Develop and manage supplier relationships to ensure quality of goods/services and timely delivery.
- Monitor supplier performance and compliance with contract terms and conditions, and resolve disputes.
- Ensure suppliers comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Identify and assess risks associated with procurement and contract management, including legal, financial, and reputational risks.
- Implement risk mitigation strategies, including contingency plans and insurance policies.
- Oversee documentation required for local/import procurement of tools, dies, direct materials, indirect materials, consumables, and/or services.
- Manage the procurement budget and ensure cost-saving targets are achieved.
- Maintain accurate records of procurement activities and periodically report to top management.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure their procurement needs are met. Purchase Manager JD- (1)
3.2 Stores & Inventory Management
- Track inventory levels for tools, dies, direct materials, indirect materials, and consumables.
- Ensure inventory is sufficient to meet customer demand while minimizing waste.
- Determine when to reorder products, how much to order, and from whom.
- Ensure materials are stocked and displayed appropriately and are easily accessible.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and report to top management as required. Purchase Manager JD- (1)
3.3 Team Management
- Improve team performance through timely feedback, structured performance reviews, and clear KRAs & KPIs.
- Provide input to support employee performance and development.
- Coach and develop team members and encourage continuous improvement.
- Suggest improvements to ensure proper functioning of the department. Purchase Manager JD- (1)
Section Four: Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Educational Qualifications
- B.E / M.E Mechanical
- Age: 35–40 years
- CTC: ₹12 Lakhs–₹14 Lakhs
- Relevant certifications in Supply Chain Management
Relevant Experience
- 10–17 years of relevant experience in purchasing.
- Must have experience in the automobile manufacturing industry.
- Experience in strategic purchasing related to QDDC performance, expansion, and business planning.

B.E / M.E Mechanical