Purchasing - Materials Procurement Supervisor

Position Summary: Team leader with experience in engineering sector who will be able to handle 30 to 40 suppliers with multiple varieties of parts & leading team members   Role:   The Purchase Team Leader is responsible for leading the purchasing team to ensure timely, cost‑effective, and quality procurement of raw materials, finished products & spares. The role ensures uninterrupted operations from raw material availability to finished product delivery, while maintaining supplier relationships, compliance, and cost optimization.   Team: Team T&G having 7# team member who are committed to delivery material on time with right quality to assembly. Teams is assigned to procure Raw material, Turn & ground parts, sheet metal parts, Screw & barrel, Heavy & casting machining.   Basic Qualifications: Candidate should be BE mechanical or ME having experience of 10 to 12 years. Knowledge of Drawing reading & zero-base costing of parts to be preferred.   Preferred Qualifications: BE mechanical with 10 to 12 years’ experience in engineering sector.     Key Responsibilities  Lead, guide, and supervise the purchase/procurement team  Allocate daily tasks and monitor work progress Train and develop team members on procurement processes and systems Conduct performance reviews and support skill enhancement Ensure adherence to company policies, ethics, and procurement procedures Plan, execute, and control purchase activities as per production and business needs  Ensure continuity of supply with minimum inventory risk  Coordinate closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, Stores, and Finance teams Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers Maintain strong relationships with approved vendors  Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contracts  Monitor supplier performance for quality, cost, and delivery  Resolve vendor‑related issues and disputes effectively  Achieving cost reduction through negotiation, alternate sourcing, and standardization Track market trends, price fluctuations, and raw material availability Support value engineering and localization initiatives Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly procurement reports Market scanning for alternate supplier development. Key Skills & Competencies Strong understanding of procurement and supply chain processes Knowledge of materials, specifications, and purchase documentation  Vendor negotiation and contract management skills Experience with ERP / SAP / procurement systems Team leadership and coordination Analytical and problem‑solving ability Strong communication and negotiation skills Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines