Junior Purchase executive

ROCKWOOL International A/S; Tiruvannamalai; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Job summary

ROCKWOOL Group in India is seeking a Direct Material Purchaser to procure raw materials, negotiate with suppliers, manage inventory, and support production schedules. The role requires SAP proficiency and GST/import knowledge, with a focus on cost savings and supplier performance.

The ideal candidate will maintain strong supplier relationships, process POs accurately, and collaborate with production teams to forecast material requirements while monitoring market trends and price changes.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of SAP is a must.
• Knowledge of GST & Import procedures.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers for raw materials, components, and supplies.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to achieve cost savings and favourable terms.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure reliable supply and resolve issues.
• Prepare and process purchase orders for direct materials based on production requirements and inventory levels.
• Monitor order status and ensure timely delivery of materials to meet production schedules.
• Address and resolve discrepancies or issues with orders including delays, shortages, and quality concerns.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels to support production needs while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
• Collaborate with production and inventory control teams to forecast material requirements accurately.
• Monitor and analyse market trends, pricing, and availability of direct materials.
• Track and report on procurement metrics, including cost savings, supplier performance, and inventory levels.

Skills

SAP

SEZ laws

GST & Import procedures

MS Excel

Inventory control

Budget control

Value stream mapping

Education

Any Graduate

Tools

MS Excel

Inventory software

Job description

Role summary: The Direct Material Purchaser is responsible for procuring raw materials, components, and supplies essential for the manufacturing process. This role involves negotiating with suppliers, managing inventory levels, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality materials to support production schedules and meet business objectives.

Key responsibilities and activities include, but is not limited to:

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers for raw materials, components, and supplies.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to achieve cost savings and favourable terms.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure reliable supply and resolve any issues that may arise.
• Prepare and process purchase orders for direct materials based on production requirements and inventory levels.
• Monitor order status and ensure timely delivery of materials to meet production schedules.
• Address and resolve any discrepancies or issues with orders, including delays, shortages, and quality concerns.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels to support production needs while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
• Collaborate with production and inventory control teams to forecast material requirements accurately.
• Monitor and analyse market trends, pricing, and availability of direct materials.
• Track and report on key procurement metrics, including cost savings, supplier performance, and inventory levels.
• Ensure all purchased materials meet required specifications and quality standards.
• Collaborate with the quality control team to address any quality issues with suppliers.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, contracts, and supplier agreements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements related to procurement activities.
• Prepare and present reports on procurement activities, supplier performance, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Monthly Savings reporting.
• Knowledge on ISO and Purchase MIS for inventory mapping and PR to PO tracing reports.

Skills & Experience – Essential Knowledge of SAP is must.

Knowledge in SEZ laws preferred.

Required Certifications and Experience Knowledge of GST & Import procedure.

Skills & Experience - Desirable Good hands-on experience on MS Excel Inventory Control Budget control Techniques Value stream mapping.

Qualification-Any Graduate.

At ROCKWOOL Group, we are committed to enriching the lives of everyone who experiences our products and services. We help our customers and communities tackle many of today’s biggest sustainability and development challenges, from energy consumption and noise pollution to fire resilience, water scarcity, and flooding. Our product range reflects the diversity of the world’s needs, while supporting our stakeholders in reducing their own carbon footprint. Stone wool is a fully recyclable, versatile material that forms the basis of all our businesses. With ~11,800 dedicated colleagues in 37 countries and sales in more than 120, we are the world leader in stone wool products, from building insulation to acoustic ceilings, external cladding systems to horticultural solutions, customised stone wool insulation components for other manufacturers’ products and systems (OEM), to insulation for the process industry and marine & offshore.

Ready to help build a better future for generations to come? Join us and make a difference! http://www.rockwool.com/group/about-us/careers/