Sourcing & Purchase Executive

Satish Sahebrao Wagh; Mumbai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Satish Sahebrao Wagh is seeking a procurement lead in Mumbai to source footwear materials and components, plan purchases for production and export, and manage vendors with a focus on cost control and timely delivery.

The role requires strong knowledge of footwear materials, supplier networks, and experience in MS Excel, MIS and ERP systems. You will lead a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and coordinate with internal departments.

Qualifications

• Graduate in any discipline; supply chain qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure footwear materials and components.
• Plan purchases as per production and export requirements.
• Manage vendors, negotiations, pricing, MOQs and delivery schedules.
• Control costs and develop alternative suppliers/materials.
• Handle purchase orders, imports and domestic sourcing.
• Ensure material quality and compliance with buyer standards.
• Monitor inventory, lead times and material availability.
• Maintain purchase records, MIS and ERP systems.
• Lead the purchase team and coordinate with internal departments.

Skills

Vendor management

Negotiation

Procurement planning

Inventory management

Team management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Graduate degree

Tools

MS Excel

MIS

ERP systems

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Source and procure footwear materials and components.
• Plan purchases as per production and export requirements.
• Manage vendors, negotiations, pricing, MOQs and delivery schedules.
• Control costs and develop alternative suppliers/materials.
• Handle purchase orders, imports and domestic sourcing.
• Ensure material quality and compliance with buyer standards.
• Monitor inventory, lead times and material availability.
• Maintain purchase records, MIS and ERP systems.
• Lead the purchase team and coordinate with internal departments.

Candidate Profile

• Graduate in any discipline; supply chain qualification preferred.
• 45 years of procurement experience, preferably in footwear or leather manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of footwear materials and supplier networks.
• Excellent negotiation, cost-control and vendor-management skills.
• Experience in purchase planning, inventory and team management.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MIS and ERP systems.
• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.