Purchase Head Urgently Required at Santacruz East Mumbai - ( Job ID - 24459)

PURCHASE HEAD

Job Location: Santacruz East, Mumbai, Maharashtra
Industry: Stainless Steel Fasteners Manufacturing
Designation: Purchase Head
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: Minimum 8-10 Years
Salary: ₹70,000–₹80,000 per month, depending on experience and suitability

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and result-oriented Purchase Head to lead and manage the procurement function for a stainless steel fasteners manufacturing organisation. The candidate must have relevant experience in the stainless steel manufacturing industry, with a strong understanding of raw material sourcing, vendor development, cost negotiation, inventory planning and purchase operations.

The role requires someone who can ensure timely availability of quality materials, optimise procurement costs, strengthen supplier relationships and coordinate effectively with production, stores, quality and finance teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the overall purchase and procurement function.
  
• Plan and execute procurement of stainless steel raw materials, wires, bars, coils and other production-related materials as required.
  
• Develop, evaluate and maintain relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, stockists and vendors.
  
• Identify new vendors and alternative sourcing options to improve cost, quality and supply reliability.
  
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules and other commercial conditions with suppliers.
  
• Ensure timely procurement of materials in line with production schedules and customer order commitments.
  
• Monitor material availability, stock levels, lead times and reorder requirements in coordination with production and stores.
  
• Analyse market trends and fluctuations in stainless steel raw material prices to support purchasing decisions.
  
• Establish and implement procurement policies, procedures and approval controls.
  
• Evaluate supplier performance on quality, pricing, delivery timelines and service reliability.
  
• Coordinate with the Quality Department to resolve material quality issues and supplier-related discrepancies.
  
• Work closely with Production, Stores, Accounts and other departments to ensure smooth procurement operations.
  
• Monitor purchase orders, pending deliveries, goods receipt, vendor bills and payment coordination.
  
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement and procurement efficiency.
  
• Maintain accurate purchase records, supplier databases, price comparisons and procurement reports.
  
• Manage purchase budgets and ensure procurement activities are aligned with business requirements.
  
• Handle vendor disputes, shortages, delayed supplies and other procurement-related issues.
  

Industry Experience – Mandatory

• Experience in the Stainless Steel (SS) Manufacturing Industry is mandatory.
  
• Candidates should have relevant experience in procurement or purchasing within a manufacturing environment.
  
• Familiarity with stainless steel raw materials and manufacturing-related procurement will be essential.
  
• Experience in the fasteners, metal components, engineering or allied manufacturing industry will be an advantage.
  

Qualification & Experience

• Graduate in any discipline; a qualification in Commerce, Engineering, Supply Chain Management or Business Administration will be preferred.
  
• Minimum 8-10 Years of relevant professional experience in purchase and procurement.
  
• Prior experience in the stainless steel manufacturing industry is essential.
  
• Proven experience in vendor development, price negotiation, material sourcing and procurement planning.
  
• Experience managing purchase operations independently and coordinating with multiple departments.
  

Required Skills

• Strategic Procurement & Purchase Management
  
• Stainless Steel Raw Material Sourcing
  
• Vendor Development & Relationship Management
  
• Cost Negotiation & Cost Optimisation
  
• Inventory & Material Planning
  
• Supplier Evaluation
  
• Purchase Order Management
  
• Manufacturing Supply Chain Coordination
  
• Procurement Reporting & Documentation
  
• Team Coordination & Problem-Solving
  
• Strong Commercial and Analytical Skills
  

Candidate Profile

• Strong understanding of procurement practices in stainless steel manufacturing.
  
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
  
• Ability to make cost-effective purchasing decisions without compromising quality or delivery timelines.
  
• Strong planning, coordination and organisational abilities.
  
• Capable of working independently and managing procurement priorities.
  
• Good communication skills and a result-oriented approach.
  

Compensation

• Salary: ₹70,000–₹80,000 per month, depending on relevant experience and suitability.
  
• Opportunity to lead procurement operations in the stainless steel fasteners manufacturing sector.
  
• Role involving vendor development, strategic sourcing and procurement cost optimisation.
  

To Apply

Interested candidates may send their updated CV to [email protected] with the subject line “Application for Purchase Head – Santacruz East, Mumbai”.