Senior Executive Purchase

Position: Senior Executive - Purchase

Location: Ambernath, Mumbai

Experience: 5–10 Years

Department: Purchase

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Executive - Purchase to oversee domestic and international procurement activities for electronic and mechanical components. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in import procurement, supplier management, inventory planning, and cross-functional coordination to ensure uninterrupted material availability for production. The role requires in-depth knowledge of import documentation, customs clearance procedures, ERP systems, and procurement best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement Management -

• Manage end-to-end procurement of electronic and mechanical components from domestic and international suppliers.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies to ensure cost-effective and timely sourcing.
• Ensure uninterrupted availability of materials in line with production schedules.

Import Procurement & Logistics -

• Handle complete import procurement activities, including supplier coordination, order follow-up, and shipment tracking.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, Customs House Agents (CHA), shipping lines, and customs authorities for timely clearance of imported materials.
• Monitor shipment status and resolve logistics-related issues to avoid delays.

Import Documentation -

• Prepare, verify, and manage import-related documentation, including:
• Proforma Invoice (PI)
• Commercial Invoice
• Packing List
• Air Waybill (AWB) / Bill of Lading (B/L)
• Certificate of Origin (COO)
• Insurance Documents
• Other statutory and customs-related documents
• Ensure compliance with DGFT regulations, customs requirements, and import policies.

Supplier Management -

• Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable domestic and overseas suppliers.
• Build and maintain long-term supplier relationships.
• Conduct supplier performance evaluations and ensure quality, delivery, and service standards are met.

Negotiation & Cost Control -

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contractual agreements with suppliers.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality and delivery.
• Analyse market trends and identify alternate sourcing opportunities.

Inventory & Production Coordination -

• Monitor inventory levels to maintain optimum stock while minimizing excess inventory.
• Coordinate closely with Production, R&D, Stores, and Finance teams to ensure timely procurement and smooth material flow.
• Plan procurement based on production forecasts and material requirements.

Compliance & Systems -

• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and statutory regulations.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and reports using ERP systems.
• Possess sound knowledge of:
• ERP Systems
• Import Regulations
• Incoterms
• HSN Codes
• DGFT Procedures
• Customs Compliance

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Commerce, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

Experience:

• 5–10 years of relevant experience in procurement, preferably in the electronics, manufacturing, industrial automation, or engineering industry.
• Proven experience in handling international procurement and import operations.

Required Skills:

• Strong knowledge of domestic and international procurement processes.
• Expertise in import documentation and customs clearance procedures.
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems
• Good understanding of Incoterms, HSN classification, and DGFT regulations.
• Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.

If interested, kindly apply directly on the link below:

https://alan.keka.com/careers/jobdetails/153938