Stainless Bazaar India Pvt Ltd jobs - Buyer Manager

As the Buyer Manager for our stainless steel company, you will be responsible for overseeing the procurement of raw materials, components, and services essential for our manufacturing operations. Your role will involve developing and executing procurement strategies specific to the stainless steel industry, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials while maintaining high standards of quality. This position requires expertise in stainless steel procurement, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to forge strategic relationships with suppliers. 

*Responsibilities: * 

1. Develop and implement procurement strategies tailored to the stainless steel industry, considering factors such as market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply chain risks. 

2. Source and evaluate suppliers of stainless steel raw materials, components, and services, assessing their quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. 

3. Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with stainless steel suppliers to secure favourable agreements and optimize cost savings. 

4. Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including production, engineering, and quality assurance teams, to understand procurement requirements and ensure alignment with production schedules and quality standards. 

5. Monitor inventory levels of stainless steel materials and components, forecasting demand and coordinating procurement activities to maintain adequate stock levels while minimizing inventory costs. 

6. Conduct regular supplier performance evaluations, addressing any issues related to quality, delivery, or service levels, and implementing corrective actions as necessary. 

7. Stay updated on developments in the stainless steel market, including technological advancements, pricing trends, and regulatory changes, to inform procurement decisions and strategies. 

8. Analyze procurement data and metrics to track purchasing performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and drive continuous optimization of procurement processes.

9. Manage the procurement process from requisition to receipt, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in purchasing activities and documentation. 

10. Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals, providing guidance, training, and support to foster their professional development and ensure departmental goals are met. 

*Requirements:* 

1. Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, engineering, or a related field. 

2. Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management, with a focus on the stainless steel industry. 

3. Proven track record of negotiating contracts and pricing agreements with stainless steel suppliers to achieve cost savings and favourable terms. 

4. Strong analytical skills and the ability to analyze market data, identify trends, and make data-driven procurement decisions. 

5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. 

6. Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. 

7. Leadership experience, with the ability to lead and motivate a team to achieve departmental objectives. 

*Benefits:* 

- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses 

- Paid time off and holidays 

- Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company 

Join our team as the Buyer Manager for our stainless steel company and play a key role in driving our procurement strategies, ensuring the efficient and cost-effective acquisition of materials to support our manufacturing operations and continued growth.