PURCHASE HEAD FOR STEEL INDUSTRY - MUNGELI, BILASPUR, CHHATTISGARH

JobItUs; Mungeli; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

JobItUs is seeking a Purchase Head to lead end-to-end procurement strategy, vendor management, and cost optimization. You will ensure timely, compliant procurement of goods and services while managing a team and building long-term supplier relationships.

Responsibilities include developing annual strategies, negotiating terms and MSAs, budgeting, and overseeing the PO lifecycle. Collaboration with Production, Finance, QA, and Warehousing is essential to align demand and supply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or Engineering.
• Master’s degree or MBA is a strong plus.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply), CPSM, or CSCP are highly preferred.
• Experience: 7+ years in procurement or supply chain, with 3–5 years in leadership or managerial capacity.

Responsibilities

• Strategy & Planning: Develop and execute annual purchasing strategies, sourcing roadmaps, and cost-reduction targets.
• Vendor & Contract Management: Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers; negotiate terms, MSAs, and SLAs.
• Budgeting & Cost Control: Prepare and monitor budgets, track spend analytics, and implement value-engineering or volume-discount initiatives.
• Procurement Operations: Oversee the PO lifecycle—from requisition to delivery and invoice reconciliation.
• Supplier Performance Monitoring: Track KPIs for delivery punctuality, quality, and responsiveness; take corrective action.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Production, Finance, QA, and Warehousing to align schedules.
• Team Leadership: Hire, train, mentor, and evaluate purchasing staff.
• Compliance & Ethics: Uphold ethical procurement standards and ensure compliance with laws.

Skills

Commercial negotiation

Analytical skills

People management

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA / Master’s degree

Certifications: CIPS CPSM CSCP

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Job Title

Purchase Head / Head of Procurement

• Department: Procurement & Supply Chain
• Reports To: Chief Operating Officer (COO), Chief Financial Officer (CFO), or Director of Operations
• Job Type: Full-Time / Senior Management

Job Summary

The Purchase Head leads the organization’s end-to-end purchasing strategy, vendor management, and cost-optimization initiatives. This role ensures high-quality goods, raw materials, and services are procured on time, within budget, and in full compliance with company policies and legal standards. You will manage the purchasing team, drive strategic negotiations, and build long-term relationships with reliable suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy & Planning: Develop and execute annual purchasing strategies, sourcing roadmaps, and cost-reduction targets.
• Vendor & Contract Management: Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers; negotiate favorable commercial terms, pricing, Master Service Agreements (MSAs), and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Budgeting & Cost Control: Prepare and monitor departmental budgets, track spend analytics, and implement value-engineering or volume-discount initiatives.
• Procurement Operations: Oversee the purchase order (PO) lifecycle—from requisition to delivery and invoice reconciliation—ensuring inventory levels are optimized.
• Supplier Performance Monitoring: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) for supplier delivery punctuality, product quality, and responsiveness, taking corrective action when necessary.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Production, Finance, Quality Assurance, and Warehousing teams to align purchasing schedules with demand forecasting.
• Team Leadership: Hire, train, mentor, and evaluate the performance of purchasing staff, buyers, and clerks.
• Compliance & Ethics: Uphold ethical procurement standards, maintain data confidentiality, and ensure adherence to local and international trade laws.

Required Qualifications & Education

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or Engineering; a Master’s degree or MBA is a strong plus.
• Certifications: Professional certifications such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply), CPSM, or CSCP are highly preferred.
• Experience:
  • Mid-to-large organization experience: Typically 7+ years in procurement or supply chain, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership or managerial capacity.

Essential Skills & Competencies

• Commercial Acumen & Negotiation: Strong ability to negotiate contracts, pricing, and payment terms.
• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in spend analysis, market research, forecasting, and Excel/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Leadership & People Management: Proven track record of managing and motivating a procurement team.
• Communication & Stakeholder Management: Clear verbal and written communication skills to bridge relations between vendors and internal departments.
• Problem-Solving & Integrity: High ethical standards with resilience under supply chain disruptions