Plant Operation Manager

Purchase Manager – CAPEX & OPEX (Heavy Machinery Procurement)

Location: A&D Plant, Mahindra world city Ajmer road , Bagrur area

Industry: Export – Furniture, Home Décor, Lifestyle Products, Stone & Building Material, Hospitality industry.

Reporting To: Director

Company Name - A&D International (Part of Art Asia)

Company details

Driven by the spirit of two young engineers, Artasia came into being in 1996 in the compounds of a small 5000 sq ft unit with the vision of creating contemporary products rooted in the tradition of Indian crafts and methods of construction, they set out on an exploratory journey to figure out what was expected in the international markets.

Initially, it began as handicraft exports, but was soon transformed into a furniture export unit. Eventually, the myriad world of textiles was hard to resist and to create a holistic product range, we found ourselves exporting home textiles and furnishings as well as upholstered furniture.

At artasia, we believe how you make something is as important as what you make. We take great pride in having been the industry pioneers in various processes of manufacturing, polishing and packaging. 

Location

Mahindra world city, Ajmer road

Mode of Working

Work from the office - Days of Working - 6 days

Responsibilities

Role Overview

The Purchase Manager – CAPEX & OPEX will be responsible for the end-to-end procurement of capital equipment, manufacturing machinery, utilities, plant infrastructure, engineering services, spare parts, maintenance consumables, and indirect materials across multiple manufacturing facilities.

The role requires strategic sourcing, vendor development, commercial negotiations, procurement planning, project coordination, and cost optimization while ensuring timely availability of machinery and operational resources to support manufacturing expansion and uninterrupted plant operations

Key Responsibilities

CAPEX Procurement (Heavy Machinery & Plant Expansion)

• Lead end-to-end procurement of heavy manufacturing machinery, production equipment, plant utilities, and capital assets.
• Source machinery based on technical specifications provided by Engineering, Production, and Maintenance teams.
• Coordinate technical and commercial evaluations with internal stakeholders.
• Manage RFQs, techno-commercial comparisons, vendor negotiations, and purchase order finalization.
• Coordinate machine installation schedules with vendors and project teams.
• Ensure timely delivery, installation, commissioning, and warranty documentation.
• Track CAPEX budgets and procurement milestones for plant expansion projects.
• Maintain complete documentation related to machinery procurement and project execution.

OPEX Procurement (Maintenance & Operational Purchases)

• Procure maintenance spares, consumables, electrical items, mechanical components, MRO materials, safety equipment, utilities, and indirect purchases.
• Ensure uninterrupted availability of operational materials for manufacturing plants.
• Monitor inventory levels for critical engineering and maintenance items.
• Coordinate with Maintenance, Engineering, Production, and Stores for procurement planning.
• Optimize procurement lead times to minimize production downtime.

Vendor Development & Strategic Sourcing

• Identify, evaluate, onboard, and develop suppliers for machinery, industrial equipment, engineering services, and operational materials.
• Build long-term strategic partnerships with OEMs, manufacturers, and authorized distributors.
• Conduct vendor capability assessments and performance reviews.
• Develop alternate sourcing strategies for critical machinery and spare parts.
• Monitor supplier performance based on quality, delivery, pricing, and service.

Commercial Negotiation & Cost Optimization

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, warranty conditions, Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMC), and Service Level Agreements (SLA).
• Drive cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality or delivery.
• Perform Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis before finalizing high-value purchases.
• Track procurement savings and identify opportunities for commercial improvements.
• Ensure procurement within approved CAPEX and OPEX budgets.

Procurement Planning & Project Coordination

• Collaborate with Engineering, Projects, Production, Finance, and Maintenance teams to understand procurement requirements.
• Develop procurement schedules aligned with project timelines.
• Track procurement progress from requisition to commissioning.
• Identify procurement risks and proactively mitigate delays.
• Support new plant setup, expansion, and modernization initiatives.

Inventory & Stores Coordination

• Monitor inventory levels of critical machinery spares and engineering consumables.
• Prevent stock shortages while optimizing inventory carrying costs.
• Coordinate with Stores for inward inspection and inventory accuracy.
• Support periodic inventory audits and stock reconciliation.

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure procurement complies with company policies and statutory requirements.
• Maintain accurate purchase orders, contracts, technical specifications, vendor documentation, and payment records.
• Maintain audit-ready procurement documentation.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental procurement standards.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• 100% on-time procurement of CAPEX machinery as per project schedules.
• ≥95% on-time availability of OPEX materials and maintenance consumables.
• Procurement within approved CAPEX and OPEX budgets.
• Cost savings achieved through strategic sourcing and negotiations.
• ≥95% vendor on-time delivery performance.
• Zero production downtime due to procurement delays.
• 100% compliance with procurement policies and audit requirements.
• Inventory optimization with minimal stock-outs and controlled inventory ageing.

Interview process - Virtual and Face-to-Face

Skills: Required Skills

Technical Skills

• CAPEX Procurement
• OPEX Procurement
• Heavy Machinery Procurement
• Industrial Equipment Sourcing
• Plant & Factory Procurement
• Engineering Procurement
• MRO Procurement
• Technical Bid Evaluation
• Vendor Development
• Strategic Sourcing
• Contract Management
• Commercial Negotiation
• Cost Analysis
• Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
• RFQ/RFP Management
• Purchase Order Management
• Inventory Management
• ERP Systems (SAP/Oracle/MS Dynamics/Tally or equivalent)
• MS Excel & MIS Reporting

Soft Skills

• Strong Negotiation Skills
• Analytical Thinking
• Stakeholder Management
• Decision Making
• Project Coordination
• Problem Solving
• Leadership & Team Collaboration
• High Ownership and Accountability

Education

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• MBA (Operations/Supply Chain) will be an added advantage.

Experience

• 7–15+ years of experience in Procurement/Purchase.
• Proven experience in CAPEX procurement of heavy machinery and manufacturing equipment.
• Strong experience in OPEX procurement, MRO materials, engineering consumables, and maintenance purchases.
• Experience in furniture manufacturing, engineering, automotive, heavy engineering, process manufacturing, metals, building materials, or industrial manufacturing will be preferred

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work with one of India's leading export manufacturing organizations.
• Exposure to large-scale manufacturing expansion and capital investment projects.
• High-visibility role with direct interaction with senior leadership.
• Opportunity to drive strategic procurement initiatives across multiple manufacturing plants.
• Collaborative work culture with significant career growth opportunities.

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Key Responsibilities

• Supply Chain Management: Oversee end-to-end eCommerce supply chain operations, ensuring smooth procurement to customer delivery.
• Outsourced Manufacturing: Manage and coordinate outsourced manufacturing operations, ensuring alignment with company standards, quality, and timelines.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with internal teams (Purchasing, Marketing and Sales) and external partners (suppliers, freight forwarders) for resource optimization and profitability.
• Performance Measurement: Identify reporting needs and deliver concise, accurate reports. Lead the team in implementing best practices and measuring performance using KPIs.
• Data Reporting: Prepare clear, informative business reports for colleagues and management.
• Warehouse & Logistics Expertise: Act as a subject matter expert, aiding in KPI compliance across warehouse functions.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive process enhancements, accuracy improvements, and supply chain efficiency through the development, maintenance and upkeep of SOPs.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure products meet customer expectations upon leaving the warehouse.
• Technology Oversight: Implement and Manage eCommerce supply chain (MRP, ERP, WMS, KATANA and EDI) tech and fulfilment network.
• Cost-Efficient Distribution: Optimize distribution and freight practices.
• Inventory Management: Monitor and optimize inventory levels.
• Cost Studies: Lead cost reduction studies and seek ongoing improvement opportunities.
• Professional Growth: Stay updated on industry trends and best practices.

Qualifications (Mandatory)

• eCommerce Supply Chain Experience: 4+ years of experience.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business or Transportation & Logistics.
• Warehouse Knowledge: Strong understanding of warehouse processes.
• Certification: Certified Six Sigma Black Belt or higher.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
• Project Leadership: Demonstrated project leadership and issue resolution.
• Communication Skills: Strong written, verbal, and presentation abilities.
• Problem-Solving: Quick and sound judgment in issue resolution.
• Adaptability: Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Organization & Decision-Making: Exceptional organizational and decision-making skills.
• Data Analysis: Proficiency in data analysis tools, including Google Sheets and MS Excel.
• Results-Driven: Proactive approach, driven by results, and willing to take ownership of challenges.

Working Hours: Pacific Standard Hours (night shift)

Company Website: https://starbond.com/

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Team: Operations Team

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Internship duration - 3 months

Conversion to a full-time position after the internship will be based on performance. 

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What you do

• Run day to day operations across the org, so every team has what it needs to work without friction
• Plan shift rosters, manage leaves and attendance, and arrange backup when someone does not turn up
• Onboard new joinees across teams, get their systems, access, and paperwork ready from day one
• Keep track of how many stories are in progress and how many are done, and flag to the senior editor early if the day is running short
• Check in on the night desk through the night to confirm the shift is staffed and on schedule
• Run the morning handover so the day team knows what got published and what is pending

What you need

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• Available for night checks, with the bulk of the role in regular hours
• Good with people, able to follow up firmly without being difficult
• Organised, reliable, and calm when things go wrong