Purchase Head

Ipca; Padra; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Ipca in Gujarat is seeking an experienced procurement leader to manage indirect procurement and drive strategic sourcing initiatives for industrial equipment and machinery. You will oversee vendor relations, contract negotiations, and project procurement to ensure timely delivery.

The role requires extensive experience in procurement, strong leadership, and excellent negotiation skills to optimize costs and quality across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• 10–20 years of experience in indirect procurement or related field (engineering background preferred).
• Strong understanding of electrical/mechanical engineering principles applied to industrial equipment/machinery industry.
• Excellent communication skills for effective negotiation with vendors; ability to build strong relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase operations including material procurement, vendor development, and supply chain management.
• Develop strategic sourcing plans to optimize costs and improve quality of materials.
• Negotiate contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms.
• Oversee project procurement activities, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
• Lead a team of procurement professionals, providing guidance on best practices and performance metrics.

Skills

Vendor management

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Team leadership

Procurement operations

Education

Electrical/Mechanical engineering degree

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Manage purchase operations, including material procurement, vendor development, and supply chain management.
• Develop strategic sourcing plans to optimize costs and improve quality of materials.
• Negotiate contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms.
• Oversee project procurement activities, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
• Lead a team of procurement professionals, providing guidance on best practices and performance metrics.

Desired Candidate Profile

• 10-20 years of experience in indirect procurement or related field (electrical/mechanical engineering background preferred).
• Strong understanding of electrical/mechanical engineering principles applied to industrial equipment/machinery industry.
• Excellent communication skills for effective negotiation with vendors; ability to build strong relationships.