Purchase Manager

Job Description

Role & responsibilities Procurement Strategy: Develop and implement procurement strategies for digital printing machinery and related parts, consumables, and services Vendor Management: Identify, evaluate, and maintain strong relationships with both local and international suppliers, ensuring quality, delivery timelines, and cost-effectiveness. Source and manage suppliers for fabricated parts, machined components, bought-outs, electrical and pneumatic systems, and critical assemblies. Cost Optimization: Negotiate prices and contracts to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality and service standards. Inventory Management: Coordinate with the warehouse and production team to manage inventory levels and forecast procurement needs based on project schedules. Ensure zero understocking/overstocking through proper lead-time-based planning and ERP-driven inventory tracking. Market Analysis: Stay updated on market trends, emerging technologies, and innovations in digital printing machinery to support informed purchasing decisions. Compliance & Documentation: Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, legal regulations, and international trade requirements (such as import/export laws). Team collaboration & Coordination: Collaborate with R&D, Design, and Production teams to forecast procurement needs and align inventory with project timelines. Lead and mentor a small team of purchase executives or coordinators if applicable. Vendor Evaluation: Conduct periodic vendor assessments based on quality, delivery, and service criteria. Other As and when any direction given by management Preferred candidate profile Bachelors degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related discipline. MBA (Supply chain) preferred. Minimum 10 years of procurement experience in industrial machinery, automation systems, or engineering-based manufacturing setups. Strong understanding of BOM, production planning, engineering drawings, and component-level procurement. Experience in working with domestic and international suppliers. Hands-on exposure to SAP or any ERP-based procurement workflow. Excellent negotiation, communication, and vendor development skills. Technical understanding of digital printing technology and machine specifications.