Procurement and Supply Chain Manager

As a Procurement and Supply Chain Manager, you will own purchasing, vendor management, and the stores and inventory function. You will source and qualify vendors, negotiate terms, manage the day-to-day procurement workflow, and lead a small team responsible for purchasing, stores, and inventory.
If you have spent real time chasing parts, sweating delivery dates, and negotiating with vendors, and you enjoy bringing structure to a function that needs it, this role is built for you.
Day-to-Day Activities
Own end-to-end procurement: from purchase requisition through PO, delivery, and invoice
Identify, qualify, and onboard new vendors for mechanical, electronic, electrical, and consumable supplies
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery commitments with vendors
Manage vendor relationships and resolve quality, delivery, and commercial issues
Manage the stores function, including goods receipt, inspection, storage, and issue
Maintain accurate inventory records and oversee periodic physical stock verification
Plan and manage stock levels to avoid both shortages and excess
Manage and mentor a small team handling purchasing, stores, and inventory operations
Track and report procurement metrics: on-time delivery, vendor performance, savings, and inventory turns
Coordinate closely with engineering, production, and finance on requirements and budgets
Maintain procurement documentation, contracts, and audit-ready records
Requirements and Qualifications
2 to 5 years of professional experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management
Degree or diploma in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field
Hands-on experience with vendor sourcing, negotiation, and management
Working knowledge of stores, inventory control, and goods management
Experience handling end-to-end purchase orders and supplier coordination
Strong commercial sense and confidence negotiating prices and terms
Comfort working with cross-functional teams (engineering, production, finance)
Good documentation, follow-through, and attention to detail
Preferred Skills (Good to Have)
Prior experience in robotics, electronics, automotive, or hardware manufacturing
Familiarity with an ERP or procurement system (SAP, Oracle, Zoho, Odoo, or similar)
Experience managing or supervising a small procurement or stores team
Exposure to import/export, indirect taxes (GST), and inward logistics
Knowledge of quality and compliance requirements for incoming materials