Purchase Manager (Interior Design)

JOB DETAILS:

Job Role: Procurement Manager

Industry: FMCG

Function: Procurement & Supply chain Management

Work Mode: ONSITE

Working Day: 5

Salary: Best in Industry

Experience: 7-10 years

Location: Gurgaon

Required Skills: Handling Procurement

Criteria:

• Proven experience in procurement within Cosmetics, Baby Care, or Personal Hygiene categories
• End-to-end procurement ownership (raw materials, packaging, finished goods)
• Strong experience in vendor sourcing, evaluation, onboarding, and negotiations
• Ability to manage pricing, MOQs, lead times, credit terms, and SLAs
• Hands-on experience in cost optimization and supplier consolidation
• Strong knowledge of quality, compliance, and regulatory standards (BIS, FDA, ISO, GMP)
• Strong capability in costing, BOMs, MIS, procurement KPIs, and analytics
• Excellent stakeholder management across supply chain, R&D, and marketing

Preferred but Expected 

• Experience in D2C or new-age startup environments
• Exposure to fast-paced, scale-up operations
• Experience managing inventory planning and obsolescence control

Description

Job Title: Procurement Manager – Cosmetics, Baby Care & Personal Hygiene

Role Overview

We are looking for a Procurement Manager with strong experience in Cosmetics, Baby Care, and Personal Hygiene categories, preferably from new-age D2C startups. The role will manage end-to-end procurement, vendor partnerships, cost optimization, and compliance, supporting fast-paced product launches and scale-up operations.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

• Lead end-to-end sourcing of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods

• Develop agile procurement strategies aligned with D2C business models

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard manufacturers, formulators, and packaging vendors

• Drive cost optimization, negotiations, and supplier consolidation

Vendor & Contract Management

• Negotiate pricing, MOQs, lead times, credit terms, and SLAs

• Manage long-term supplier relationships and performance metrics

• Draft and manage vendor contracts and rate cards

• Handle escalations and supply risks in high-growth environments

Quality, Compliance & Regulatory

• Ensure compliance with cosmetic, baby care, and hygiene regulations (BIS, FDA, ISO, GMP, etc.)

• Coordinate with QA/QC teams for audits, approvals, and quality assurance

• Ensure all regulatory documentation is maintained and audit-ready

Planning, Inventory & NPD Support

• Collaborate with demand planning, supply chain, R&D, and marketing teams

• Support New Product Development (NPD) sourcing and rapid launch timelines

• Maintain optimal inventory levels while minimizing excess and obsolescence

Costing, MIS & Analytics

• Prepare cost sheets, BOMs, and vendor benchmarks

• Track savings, procurement KPIs, and supplier performance

• Present regular MIS and insights to leadership

Job Title: Junior Purchase Engineer (From Manufacturing Industry)

Location: Ghatkopar

Department: Purchase

Experience: 1-2years

Vacancy: 1 (Male/Female)

Qualifications:

 Diploma / Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related field

Skills:

 Experience in pharmaceutical, automation, or equipment manufacturing industries.

 Familiarity with import/export documentation and procurement policies.

 Strategic thinker with a proactive and results-oriented mind-set.

 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

 Computer knowledge like Excel, Word, Power point.

 Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Key Responsibilities:

 Handle purchase requisitions and procurement of raw materials, components, and services as

per company requirements.

 Work with an ERP system to manage purchase orders, track inventory, and generate reports.

 Conduct market research and vendor analysis to identify cost-effective and reliable suppliers.

 Oversee the sourcing of materials, goods, and services to meet company requirements.

 Monitor market trends and conduct cost analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.

 Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors.

 Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards in procurement

activities.

 Implement and optimize procurement processes for maximum efficiency.

 Prepare and maintain purchase records, price lists, and vendor agreements.

 Analyse and report on procurement metrics, performance, and budget adherence.

 Implement risk management strategies to address potential disruptions in the supply chain.

 Continuously evaluate and improve vendor performance and product quality.

 Participate in budget planning and contribute to cost management initiatives.

 Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.

Procurement Management

• Oversee and manage the procurement of raw materials and packaging materials for cosmetic production.
• Identify, evaluate, and establish strong relationships with new and existing suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to ensure cost-effectiveness without compromising quality.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to maintain seamless production schedules.
• Conduct market research and attend trade fairs/exhibitions across India to source innovative products and stay updated on industry trends.

Production Coordination

• Collaborate with production teams to ensure availability of materials for efficient manufacturing.
• Develop and implement production schedules, optimizing processes to enhance efficiency and minimize waste.
• Coordinate with supply chain and logistics to ensure smooth material flow and inventory management.

Research and Development Support

• Work with the R&D team to identify and procure suitable raw materials for new product formulations.
• Stay updated on emerging trends in cosmetics and skincare to support innovation and development.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure that procured materials meet regulatory and company quality standards.
• Work closely with the quality control team to address any quality issues and implement corrective actions.

Budgeting and Cost Management

• Perform cost-benefit analyses to optimize spending and secure the best value.
• Conduct forecasting and variance analysis to align procurement with financial goals.
• Review and approve expenses related to procurement, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints.

Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, and supply chain, to meet organizational goals.
• Actively participate in team meetings, contributing insights and recommendations for improvement.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetology, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years in procurement in the cosmetics, beauty, or skincare industry.
• Strong knowledge of raw material and packaging material procurement.
• Proficiency in production scheduling, market research, and supplier negotiations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective vendor and team collaboration.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards in cosmetics production is an advantage.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement Management

• Oversee and manage the procurement of raw materials and packaging materials for cosmetic production.
• Identify, evaluate, and establish strong relationships with new and existing suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to ensure cost-effectiveness without compromising quality.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to maintain seamless production schedules.
• Conduct market research and attend trade fairs/exhibitions across India to source innovative products and stay updated on industry trends.

Production Coordination

• Collaborate with production teams to ensure availability of materials for efficient manufacturing.
• Develop and implement production schedules, optimizing processes to enhance efficiency and minimize waste.
• Coordinate with supply chain and logistics to ensure smooth material flow and inventory management.

Research and Development Support

• Work with the R&D team to identify and procure suitable raw materials for new product formulations.
• Stay updated on emerging trends in cosmetics and skincare to support innovation and development.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure that procured materials meet regulatory and company quality standards.
• Work closely with the quality control team to address any quality issues and implement corrective actions.

Budgeting and Cost Management

• Perform cost-benefit analyses to optimize spending and secure the best value.
• Conduct forecasting and variance analysis to align procurement with financial goals.
• Review and approve expenses related to procurement, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints.

Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, and supply chain, to meet organizational goals.
• Actively participate in team meetings, contributing insights and recommendations for improvement.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetology, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 3-4 years in procurement in the cosmetics, beauty, or skincare industry.
• Strong knowledge of raw material and packaging material procurement.
• Proficiency in production scheduling, market research, and supplier negotiations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective vendor and team collaboration.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards in cosmetics production is an advantage.

Our client is a Delhi based healthcare platform that is dedicated to Ayurveda and provides wellness solutions to its customers that is tailored and fine-tuned to their requirements. They have created a unique balance of Ayurvedic herbs and western medicine to come up with courses and medical advice which will not only rid their patients of the illness but also helps them bring the body back into balance.

Their services are available across the globe, with over 65% of their client base being from US, UK, and Canada. The company's primary focus is on Ayurveda and taking the ancient knowledge to anyone who wishes to bring back balance to their health and apply the tools in their everyday life.

As the SCM Manager, you will be managing procurement of product, packaging and services for all ongoing and future brand launches.

What you need to have:

• 3+ years experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain management or supplier management
• Bachelor’s degree - BE/ BTech
• Experience in supplier negotiations
• Understanding technical requirements and translating them to business/ sourcing parameters is a must
• Smart, creative thinker and problem-solver, fast learner, with demonstrated initiative
• Willingness to adapt to fast changing situations encountered in startups
• Strong writer and communicator, excellent listener, with superior sales skills and comfort regularly interacting with strangers

• MBA from a reputed college
• Experience in consumer electronics and good understanding of electronics manufacturing
• Prior experience in setting up sourcing programs, supplier management scorecards and dashboards

• Planning of purchase requirements as per manufacturing schedule/purchase indent
• Controlling budgets
• Managing and developing vendors
• Managing inventory
• Managing ongoing supplier relationships
• Preparing reports on purchases, including cost analyses
• Negotiating with supplier for economical pricing for best quality material

Desired Candidate Profile

• 10 years experience in Purchase
• Prior experience in an FMCG/Personal care company preferred
• Experience in purchasing ingredients, extract powders, solvents, and consumable items

What you need to have:

• Preferred Work experience in electronic accessories
• Experience in sourcing, vendor development, purchase
• Handled electronic components, PCB, mechanical parts
• Ability to get or suggest best low-cost components
• Knowledge about import, export, costing, projects