Procurement Manager

Randstad; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad is seeking a Procurement Manager for our Factory and Head Office in Kolkata. The role focuses on strategic procurement, supplier development, and inventory management to support manufacturing operations.

The candidate should have strong negotiation skills and a background in mechanical engineering. Key responsibilities include optimizing costs, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring timely delivery while maintaining compliance with procurement policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering is mandatory.
• 8–10 years of procurement management experience in manufacturing.
• Strong negotiation, vendor development, inventory management, and ERP/SAP/MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic procurement plans to optimize costs and ensure on-time delivery.
• Oversee supply chain operations to meet daily manufacturing schedules and minimize inventory costs.
• Identify, evaluate and onboard suppliers; monitor performance against contracts.
• Monitor inventory levels and conduct regular audits to prevent excess stock.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and procurement guidelines; generate performance reports.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor development

Inventory management

ERP/SAP

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Business Administration or Supply Chain Management (preferred)

Tools

ERP/SAP

Inventory management software

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Procurement Manager

Location: Kolkata, West Bengal

Job Overview

We are a leading integrated Specialty Chemicals Company and Star Export House, committed to delivering high-quality products across various global industries. Our specialty chemicals serve essential applications, including Plywood manufacturing, Animal Feed binders, Tyres, Abrasives, Foundry, and Industrial Adhesives.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Procurement Manager to join our team at our Factory and Head Office in Kolkata. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional negotiation skills, a strong commitment to on-time delivery, efficiency in procurement processes, and a proactive approach to vendor development. Additionally, a degree in Mechanical Engineering is required to effectively understand and oversee procurement within our manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Procurement

• Develop and implement strategic procurement plans to optimize costs while maintaining high quality and timely delivery.
• Identify reliable suppliers and negotiate favorable contractual terms and pricing agreements.
• Monitor market trends and raw material developments to mitigate supply risks and capture cost-saving opportunities.

Supply Chain Management

• Oversee supply chain operations to meet daily manufacturing schedules and minimize inventory holding costs.
• Coordinate closely with production and planning departments to forecast procurement needs and ensure seamless material availability.
• Build and maintain long‑term vendor relationships to secure continuity of supply and resolve supply chain bottlenecks.

Vendor Development

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers based on stringent quality, reliability, and cost‑effectiveness standards.
• Conduct periodic vendor performance evaluations and ensure adherence to contractual agreements.
• Collaborate with key suppliers to drive continuous process improvements and value‑added services.

Inventory Management

• Monitor stock levels to ensure smooth manufacturing support without over‑capitalizing on inventory.
• Conduct regular inventory audits, perform variance analysis, and reconcile discrepancies.
• Implement inventory control strategies to minimize excess, slow‑moving, or obsolete stock, arranging timely disposal when necessary.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure full compliance with internal company policies, regulatory standards, and statutory procurement guidelines.
• Maintain complete documentation of vendor contracts, purchase orders, and transaction history.
• Generate periodic procurement performance reports to guide strategic executive decision‑making.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering (mandatory). Additional degree/diploma in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management is preferred.
• Experience: 8–10 years of proven experience in procurement management within a manufacturing setup, ideally in the chemical or related process industries.
• Skills: Strong negotiation track record, deep knowledge of vendor development, inventory management software, ERP/SAP systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Competencies: Strong analytical mindset, excellent interpersonal communication, time management, and problem‑solving skills.