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To drive cost-effective, time-bound, and high-quality procurement of direct and indirect materials, capital equipment, and services while…
Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Management
Centralized Purchasing: Oversee centralized or plant-level purchasing for raw materials, bulk/direct materials, Capex machinery, spare…
Experience
10–15 years
Education
Bachelor's degree (preferred)
Must-have skills
ERP SystemsProcurementSAP
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Job description
Job Description:
An Assistant General Manager (AGM) or Deputy General Manager (DGM) – Purchase / Procurement is a senior leadership role responsible for managing end-to-end strategic sourcing, capital and operational expenditure (Capex & Opex), vendor negotiations, and supply chain continuity.
Job Title
Assistant General Manager (AGM) / Deputy General Manager (DGM) – Purchase & Procurement
Job Purpose
To drive cost-effective, time-bound, and high-quality procurement of direct and indirect materials, capital equipment, and services while optimizing inventory levels, mitigating supply risks, and supporting overall business profitability.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Management
Centralized Purchasing: Oversee centralized or plant-level purchasing for raw materials, bulk/direct materials, Capex machinery, spare parts, and operational services.
Cost Optimization: Implement strategic sourcing frameworks to achieve target cost reductions, purchase price variance (PPV) controls, and volume-based discounts.
Policy & Governance: Establish and enforce purchase policies, approval matrices, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and delegation of authority (DoA).
2. Vendor Management & Contract Negotiation
Supplier Evaluation: Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable vendors/suppliers based on quality, pricing, delivery compliance, and capacity.
Stock Optimization: Coordinate with production, maintenance, and store departments to maintain optimal inventory levels, reduce lead times, and prevent stockouts or excess holding.
MRP / ERP Operations: Leverage enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and procurement tools (e-procurement) to track requisitions, purchase orders (POs), and deliveries.
4. Cross-Functional Coordination & Reporting
Finance Alignment: Work closely with Finance & Accounts to resolve invoice discrepancies, process payments, and track budget vs. actual expenditure.
MIS & Analytics: Prepare periodic management information system (MIS) reports on spend analysis, savings, purchase order status, and supplier compliance.
Audit Compliance: Ensure complete documentation, statutory/contractual compliance, and smooth support during internal and external audits.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (BE/B.Tech), Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management; a Post Graduate Diploma in Materials Management (PGDMM) or MBA is preferred.
Experience: Typically 10 to 15+ years of progressive experience in purchase/procurement management, with at least 3–5 years handling leadership or AGM/DGM-level responsibilities in relevant industries (e.g., Pharmaceuticals, Manufacturing, Infrastructure, or Automotive).
Technical Skills:
Strong expertise in Capex and Opex procurement.
Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and e-procurement platforms.
Deep knowledge of market pricing trends, commodity dynamics, and contract law
Soft Skills: High-level negotiation acumen, leadership and team-management capabilities, analytical problem-solving, and cross-functional communication
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