Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager - Buying

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Title : Asst/Deputy Manager - Buying Department: Operations - Supply Chain Location : Navi Mumbai- Nerul Reports To : Manager Supply Planning & Buying Material Buying: Translate full month production plan into requisite RM & PM qty. Plan, develop, implement and evaluate processes for material delivery from supplier to point of fit. Day-to-day order management and management of deliveries Analyze master production schedules to calculate exact raw material requirements and establish optimal inventory levels, prevent shortages and reduce excess inventory. Track plan versus actual, discussion and fix the gaps with manufacturing team. Identify supply shortages or logistics risks, creating mitigation plans to ensure continuity. Rough cut capacity planning. Act quickly to solve supply chain disruptions, material defects, or schedule changes to avoid production downtime. Utilize ERP systems (like SAP) to maintain data accuracy and create KPI reports on vendor performance and inventory turnover. Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with the procurement, warehouse, and production teams to align material flow with business goals. Education: Graduate BE/B-Tech + Master/MBA in supply chain management or Operations Management. Experience: 4-5 years in supply chain, inventory control, or production planning. Advantage: Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP S4 HANA) and advanced Microsoft Excel. Strong ability to forecast demand and interpret supply chain metrics. Excellent negotiation, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication abilities. Demonstrated broad understanding of purchase and supply chain processes Behavioral Excellent communication skills Ability to manage conflicts Creating an atmosphere of collaboration & strong ability to work in a team We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

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