Deputy Manager - Purchase

Melzer Chemicals; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Melzer Chemicals in Pune is seeking a seasoned Purchase/Procurement professional to manage PR/PO processing in SAP ERP after final negotiations, ensuring timely material delivery and adherence to schedules.

You will coordinate with Stores and departments to forecast urgent material needs, drive vendor development, and optimize costs while maintaining thorough procurement documentation and records.

Qualifications

• Graduate with 8–15 years of experience in Purchase/Procurement, preferably in the chemical/manufacturing industry.
• Experience in chemical sourcing, vendor development, negotiation and supplier management.
• Hands-on knowledge of SAP ERP, PR/PO processing and procurement documentation.
• Strong vendor follow-up, coordination, negotiation and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Process Purchase Requisitions (PR) and Purchase Orders (PO) in SAP ERP after finalizing commercial negotiations.
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials as per agreed schedules.
• Coordinate with the Stores and concerned departments to understand urgent material requirements and ensure timely availability.
• Handle continuous sourcing and vendor development of chemicals based on business requirements.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop new vendors to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and reliable supply.
• Prepare and maintain purchase-related records, reports, and documentation in both soft and hard formats.
• Review and reconcile discrepancies in PO values, supplier invoices, and related documents, and coordinate for timely resolution.
• Visit vendor locations for vendor assessment, evaluation, and development as required.
• Coordinate with fellow managers and cross-functional teams to understand and manage day-to-day procurement activities.
• Support procurement activities related to cost optimization, supplier performance, delivery, and commercial negotiations.
• Perform any other procurement-related assignments or responsibilities entrusted by Management from time to time.

Skills

Vendor follow-up

Coordination

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Education

Graduate degree

Tools

SAP ERP

PR/PO processing

Job description

Role & responsibilities

• Process Purchase Requisitions (PR) and Purchase Orders (PO) in SAP ERP after finalizing commercial negotiations.
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials as per agreed schedules.
• Coordinate with the Stores and concerned departments to understand urgent material requirements and ensure timely availability.
• Handle continuous sourcing and vendor development of chemicals based on business requirements.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop new vendors to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and reliable supply.
• Prepare and maintain purchase-related records, reports, and documentation in both soft and hard formats.
• Review and reconcile discrepancies in PO values, supplier invoices, and related documents, and coordinate for timely resolution.
• Visit vendor locations for vendor assessment, evaluation, and development as required.
• Coordinate with fellow managers and cross-functional teams to understand and manage day-to-day procurement activities.
• Support procurement activities related to cost optimization, supplier performance, delivery, and commercial negotiations.
• Perform any other procurement-related assignments or responsibilities entrusted by Management from time to time.

Job Location

Aundh, Pune

Preferred candidate profile

• Graduate with 8-15 years of experience in Purchase/Procurement, preferably in the chemical/manufacturing industry.
• Experience in chemical sourcing, vendor development, negotiation and supplier management.
• Hands-on knowledge of SAP ERP, PR/PO processing and procurement documentation.
• Strong vendor follow-up, coordination, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel for vendor assessment/development as required.