Purchase Manager

South Seas Distilleries and Breweries Pvt. Ltd.; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

South Seas Distilleries and Breweries Pvt. Ltd. is seeking a seasoned Purchase Manager to lead packaging procurement across bottles, labels, caps, cartons, and related materials.

The role demands strong negotiation, vendor management, and cost-control discipline to secure favorable terms and ensure supply continuity. You will align purchasing with production schedules, coordinate with internal teams, and develop supplier relationships to drive cost savings and quality improvements in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Engineering, or related field.
• 10–15 years of procurement experience in FMCG or manufacturing.
• Proven packaging materials sourcing experience.
• Strong negotiation, vendor management, and cost-control skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and procurement for packaging materials (bottles, labels, caps, cartons).
• Identify, evaluate, negotiate, and onboard vendors.
• Develop long-term supplier relationships for continuity and advantage.
• Conduct vendor performance reviews on pricing, quality, service levels.
• Ensure procurement aligns with production and inventory planning.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Cost control

Supply chain awareness

Procurement planning

Inventory planning

Tally ERP-9

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce/Engineering/Supply Chain

Job description

Craft Your Career with South Seas Distilleries.

We are seeking a commercially driven and detail-oriented Purchase Manager for procurement activities across packaging materials and related operational requirements.

This is an individual contributor role requiring strong negotiation capability, vendor management expertise, and disciplined follow-through. The role will be responsible for sourcing and managing procurement of bottles, labels, caps, cartons, packaging materials, spare parts, and machinery as required.

The ideal candidate should bring strong cost control discipline, supply chain awareness, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and procurement activities for packaging materials including bottles, labels, caps, cartons, corrugated boxes, etc.
• Identify, evaluate, negotiate, and onboard reliable vendors aligned with quality, cost, and delivery expectations
• Develop and maintain strong long-term supplier relationships to ensure supply continuity and commercial advantage
• Conduct periodic vendor performance reviews covering pricing, quality, responsiveness, and service levels
• Continuously evaluate alternate sourcing opportunities to improve competitiveness and reduce dependency risks

Commercial Negotiation & Cost Control

• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers to secure the best pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contractual conditions
• Perform detailed cost comparisons, market benchmarking, and price analysis across suppliers to identify cost-saving opportunities
• Drive procurement strategies focused on cost reduction, value engineering, and margin improvement
• Analyze material cost structures and negotiate effectively using data-driven insights
• Monitor raw material price movements, market trends, and industry benchmarks to minimize commercial risk exposure
• Ensure all procurement decisions are commercially optimized without compromising quality or service standards
• Build robust RFQ/RFP comparison models and supplier evaluation frameworks for informed decision-making

Procurement Planning & Execution

• Align procurement with production schedules and inventory levels
• Ensure timely availability of packaging materials
• Monitor purchase orders from issuance to delivery
• Coordinate with internal teams to prevent stock-outs or overstocking

Spare Parts & Machinery Procurement

• Source spare parts and equipment components as required
• Coordinate machinery procurement in alignment with operational needs
• Ensure technical specifications are accurately aligned with vendor supply

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure procurement documentation is accurate and complete
• Maintain contract records and supplier agreements
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and audit standards

Risk Management & Supply Continuity

• Mitigate supply disruptions
• Monitor vendor financial stability and operational capability

What Success Looks Like in this Role

• Achievement of measurable cost savings through strong supplier negotiations and strategic sourcing initiatives
• Consistent delivery of commercially competitive pricing through effective cost comparison and market benchmarking
• Zero or minimal production disruptions due to material shortages
• Strong supplier partnerships with improved quality, service, and delivery performance
• Effective inventory control with reduced excess stock and minimized stock-out risks
• Timely execution and closure of procurement activities with high operational efficiency
• Improved procurement transparency, documentation accuracy, and compliance adherence
• Contribution to overall supply chain efficiency, cost control, and business profitability within the environment

Commercial & Negotiation Skills

• Must be competent: Tally ERP - 9
• Understanding of pricing structures and cost breakdowns
• Ability to drive cost optimisation without compromising quality

Procurement & Supply Chain Knowledge

• Strong understanding of packaging materials and FMCG operations
• Familiarity with inventory planning and procurement cycles
• Knowledge of spare parts and machinery sourcing processes

Operational Discipline

• Strong follow-up and execution capability
• Ability to manage multiple vendors and timelines simultaneously
• Structured and detail-oriented approach

Professional Attributes

• High ownership mindset
• Professional presentation and grooming standards
• Ability to work independently and take decisions responsibly

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field
• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in procurement within FMCG, packaging, or manufacturing industries
• Proven experience handling packaging materials sourcing

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