About this role
Job Title: Commodity Buyer (Purchase)
Key Responsibilities :
- Define and implement commodity strategy, manage supply base.
- Conduct market analysis (benchmarking, trends, innovation).
- Manage supplier relationships per purchasing policy.
- Lead sourcing process and ensure compliance with procedures.
- Negotiate with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Handle supplier contracts and agreements. Vendor Registration & Tempo Adherence in terms of Supplier Documents (Updating in Tempo)
- SAP - Hands-on experience on purchase orders, vendor management, and material master.
- Ensure Quality, Cost, and Timing (QCT) for the commodity.
- Drive technical savings and participate in cost-reduction initiatives.
- Internal co-ordination for trials along with supplier confirmation
- Lead problem-solving processes when required with Resourcing / VAVE
- Manage commodity risk (supplier financial health, M&A, dependency).
- Prepare and control purchasing budget; manage portfolio within budget.
- Ensure compliance with legal and environmental regulations-CSR,GST…