PURCHASE OFFICER FOR STEEL MANUFACTURING

The Purchase Officer will manage end-to-end procurement of raw materials, industrial consumables, and molding spares. The ideal candidate ensures uninterrupted manufacturing operations, negotiates cost-effective deals, and controls inventory levels using SAP ERP systems. Key Responsibilities 1. Procurement Operations (SAP) Execute end-to-end procure-to-pay (P2P) cycles—from Purchase Requisition (PR) to Purchase Order (PO) in SAP. Process Request for Quotations (RFQs), perform price comparisons, and prepare cost analyses. Track order status, manage delivery schedules, and resolve supply discrepancies or shipping errors. 2. Raw Material & Moulding Sourcing Procure critical items required for steel manufacturing, including molding materials, industrial spares, machinery parts, and consumables. Ensure the quality of purchased raw materials strictly aligns with plant manufacturing standards. Maintain optimal stock levels to prevent production line stoppages while avoiding overstocking. 3. Vendor Management & Negotiation Negotiate pricing, delivery timelines, and favorable payment terms with local and domestic suppliers. Evaluate vendor performance based on cost, quality, and on-time delivery. Develop new vendors to reduce supply chain risks and achieve annual cost-saving targets. 4. Cross-functional Collaboration & Compliance Work closely with the Production, Maintenance, and Finance teams to determine material requirements. Maintain accurate purchasing documentation and update the SAP database daily. Support the finance department in clearing supplier invoices and managing vendor outstanding balances