General Manager – Purchase / Supply Chain
IPD PLACEMENTS
- Aurangabad, Maharashtra
- Permanent
- Full-time
Travel Requirement: Monthly visit to Vapi or as and when required
Age Limit: Below 45 years
Qualification: Graduate in any discipline with strong commercial skills
Experience: Minimum 15 years total, with at least 10 years of experience in heading the departmentJob Summary:We are looking for a dynamic and experienced General Manager – Purchase / Supply Chain to lead and manage the procurement function across our paper and chemical plants. The ideal candidate will bring strong commercial insight, negotiation skills, and deep expertise in purchasing capital goods, engineering stores, industrial chemicals, and raw materials such as pulp and waste paper.Roles & Responsibilities:
- Lead all purchasing functions for paper and chemical manufacturing units.
- Manage procurement of capital goods, engineering spares, industrial chemicals, and other plant-related materials.
- Ensure procurement is completed within defined budget and timelines.
- Develop and maintain relationships with reliable and cost-effective vendors and service providers.
- Monitor and control inventory levels to meet operational standards.
- Negotiate best possible terms with suppliers to optimize cost and quality.
- Implement and manage ERP systems for procurement operations.
- Coordinate with Accounts and Commercial departments for seamless processes.
- Purchase of engineering stores, capital equipment, industrial chemicals, pulp, and waste paper.
- Prior experience in paper, chemical, or manufacturing industries will be advantageous.
- Strong commercial and financial acumen
- Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills
- Analytical thinking and strategic planning
- Proficiency in ERP systems and procurement software
- Effective manpower and team management
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- High level of integrity and work ethic
- Networking and relationship-building ability
- Quick learner with adaptability to changing needs