Purchase/SCM Manager

Suri Auto Products Dharwad; Dharwad District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Suri Auto Products Dharwad is seeking an experienced Purchase/Supply Chain Manager to oversee procurement, supplier development, inventory control and stores operations in our IATF 16949 certified facility. The role emphasizes strategic sourcing, cost control and timely delivery.

The ideal candidate will manage CRCA, HR, GP, GI, HRPO sheets and other components, implement FIFO, maintain stock accuracy and ensure compliance with quality standards and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement of sheet metal raw materials and components.
• Knowledge of automotive supplier quality requirements and audits.
• Experience with BOM-based planning and material planning.
• Strong negotiation and vendor development skills.
• Proficient in ERP and inventory control practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute procurement aligned to production requirements.
• Develop and monitor supplier performance for quality, cost, and delivery.
• Manage stores, GRN, FIFO, and stock reconciliation.
• Coordinate with PPC, Production and Quality teams to ensure material availability.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and appropriate documentation.

Skills

Sheet metal materials

Vendor development

Inventory management

ERP / SAP / Tally

IATF 16949 knowledge

Analytical & communication

Leadership for Purchase & Stores

Education

Diploma / BE / B.Tech or equivalent

Tools

ERP / SAP / Tally

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Looking for an experienced and result-oriented Purchase/Supply Chain Manager to manage procurement, supplier development, inventory control and stores operations in our IATF 16949-certified manufacturing facility.

The candidate should have strong experience in procurement of sheet metal raw materials, sheets, bought-out components, hardware, consumables and other production-related materials, along with sound knowledge of automotive supplier quality requirements and inventory management.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

1. Purchase & Procurement

• Plan and execute procurement activities based on production requirements, BOM and material planning.
• Manage procurement of CRCA, HR, GP, GI,HRPO sheets steel raw materials, bought-out components, fasteners, consumables and other production requirements.
• Identify, evaluate and develop new suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, quality and timely delivery.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, credit periods and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Prepare and release purchase orders as per approved purchase requisitions and delegated authority.
• Monitor purchase costs and implement cost-reduction initiatives.
• Ensure uninterrupted availability of materials to meet production schedules.

2. Supplier Management & Development

• Develop and maintain an approved supplier base.
• Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, cost and delivery.
• Conduct supplier evaluations and coordinate supplier audits.
• Coordinate with the Quality Department for supplier quality issues, rejections and corrective actions.
• Drive supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and applicable customer-specific requirements.

3. Stores & Inventory Management

• Manage incoming material receipt, GRN, identification, storage and material issuance.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure proper stock reconciliation.
• Implement FIFO and effective inventory control systems.
• Monitor minimum, maximum and reorder stock levels.
• Ensure proper identification and traceability of raw materials through batch numbers, heat numbers and lot numbers.
• Ensure segregation and control of rejected and non-conforming materials.
• Monitor slow-moving, non-moving and obsolete inventory.
• Ensure proper storage, preservation, material handling and 5S practices.

4. Planning & Coordination

• Coordinate with PPC, Production and Quality departments to ensure material availability.
• Monitor supplier delivery schedules and expedite critical materials.
• Identify potential material shortages and take proactive corrective action.
• Ensure effective material flow from receipt to production and finished goods dispatch, wherever applicable.

5. IATF 16949 & Documentation

• Ensure compliance with applicable IATF 16949 requirements related to supplier management, procurement, identification, traceability and preservation.
• Maintain purchase orders, supplier evaluation records, GRNs, stock records and other relevant documentation.
• Support internal audits, external audits and customer audits.
• Ensure timely closure of audit findings and supplier corrective actions.

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of sheet metal raw materials and automotive components.
• Good negotiation and vendor development skills.
• Knowledge of inventory management and material planning.
• Working knowledge of ERP / SAP / Tally or other inventory management systems.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 requirements and automotive supply chain practices.
• Strong analytical, communication and coordination skills.
• Leadership ability to manage Purchase and Stores teams.

Preferred candidate profile

Experience: 812 Years (preferably in automotive manufacturing)
Qualification: Diploma / BE / B.Tech or equivalent.

Candidates with experience in automotive sheet metal fabrication, press shop operations, fabrication, welding assemblies and automotive component manufacturing will be preferred.