PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
To lead raw material sourcing across the mineral-rich belts of Madhya Pradesh and neighbouring regions. The role builds a reliable vendor base, secures quality material at competitive cost, and ensures uninterrupted supply to our manufacturing units.
SOURCING TERRITORY
- Madhya Pradesh: Katni, Jabalpur, Satna, Tikamgarh
- Uttar Pradesh: Jhansi
- Eastern region: Jharkhand and Assam
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Vendor Sourcing and Development
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard new mines, suppliers, traders, and processors in the assigned territories.
- Build long-term relationships with suppliers and maintain a strong local network.
2. Procurement and Negotiation
- Negotiate prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules to achieve cost savings.
- Finalise purchase orders and rate contracts in line with company policy.
3. Logistics and Supply Planning
- Plan material movement, coordinate with transporters, and track dispatches to plants.
- Keep inventory at optimum levels against production requirements.
4. Market Intelligence
- Track raw material availability, price trends, and regulatory changes in each region.
- Share periodic market and supplier reports with management.
5. Coordination and Reporting
- Work with Production, Quality, Accounts, and Logistics teams.
- Maintain purchase MIS, vendor ratings, and cost-saving reports.
6. Field Visits
- Conduct regular visits to mines and supplier sites for audits, sample collection, and relationship management.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate in Science, Engineering (Mining, Chemical, Mechanical), or Commerce.
- MBA or PGDM in Materials / Supply Chain Management is preferred.
EXPERIENCE
- 5 to 8 years in sourcing or purchase of industrial minerals, ores, or bulk raw materials.
- Prior exposure to sourcing in Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, or Assam is a strong advantage.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Knowledge of mineral and raw material supply chains and mining regulations.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP / SAP purchase modules.
- Fluency in Hindi and English (knowledge of local languages is a plus).
- Analytical and cost-focused, with good communication skills.
- Willingness to travel extensively and work in remote locations.
