Purchase Manager / Executive

• Develop, implement and drive the procurement strategies for the cost-effective acquisition of materials/services to meet the required needs.
• Search, Source and develop potential suppliers/ vendors and maintain a relationship with them.
• Negotiate with suppliers on lead-time, cost and quality.
• Work collaboratively with suppliers, manufacturers and internal departments relating to the ordering of materials, services and supplies for the company.
• Ensure deliverables by vendor meets the expected quality standards.
• Coordinate with vendor on continuous basis for quality improvement.
• Ensure commercial, legal and contractual compliance in all the procurement transactions.
• Review and manage the supplier base to ensure consistency with the sourcing strategy.
• Prepare budget for procurement of materials required for the project and measure budgeted vs actual cost.
• Forecast upcoming demands, measure and analyse company expenditures.
• Provide updated reports to top Management.
• Create monthly performance reviews and reports focusing on overall sourcing requirements.
• Develop plans for the effective organization and temporary storage of project materials and general inventories at various company and/or independent warehouse locations.
• Maintain accurate records of all stored materials and ensure its safe and secure upkeep.
• Coordinate with the Sales, Design and Construction teams for product availability, lead times, and cost roadmaps for key materials.
• Keep records of materials under warranty and ensure timely repair/replacement of faulty items.
• Monitor and measure supplier’s performance and re-evaluation.
• Maintain database of approved suppliers/vendors with price list and negotiated rates.

Eligibility Criteria: –

Diploma/BE (Electrical/Mechanical) or Any graduate with 2 years of experience in Solar Industry will be preferred.

Skill set required: –

• Strong relationship & Negotiation skills
• Good knowledge of Vendor development and Vendor management
• Time management
• Hands on experience in Excel handling