Purchasing Manager

Company

KSB Limited

Summary of Job description

• Procurement: Manage procurement of CI casting & Investment casting
• Strategic Planning: Develop procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals, analyze market trends, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Vendor Management: Source and evaluate vendors, negotiate contracts, maintain relationships, and monitor vendor performance.
• Purchasing Operations: Oversee the procurement process, review requisitions, coordinate with internal stakeholders, manage inventory levels, and guide subordinates.
• Quality Assurance: Establish and monitor quality standards, address quality issues with suppliers and internal teams

Qualification and experience

BE (Mechanical) , MBA with 15-20 years of experience in Pump Industry or similar Industry in Purchase function

Knowledge / skills required

• In-depth product knowledge and manufacturing process understanding.
• Solid understanding of procurement best practices and industry trends.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Leadership qualities with a focus on teamwork and results.
• Strong negotiation skills and relationship-building abilities.
• Excellent analytical abilities and cost optimization focus.

Behavioural Competencies

• People management ability.
• Planning and delegation.
• Conflict management.
• Networking skills