CapGrid- Assistant Manager (Procurement/Purchase)

Location: Jamshedpur
Experience: 5+ Years
Industry: Automotive Sector (Tier-1 Supplier or OEM)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager – Supply Chain (Procurement/Purchase) to manage strategic sourcing, vendor development, cost control, and end-to-end procurement operations. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in the Automotive industry, specifically with Tier-1 suppliers or OEMs, and expertise in handling direct & indirect materials, supplier negotiations, and procurement governance.

Company Profile: https://www.capgrid.in/

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Sourcing

• Manage end-to-end procurement of raw materials, components, consumables, and services.

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers aligned with quality, cost, and delivery requirements.

• Handle RFQs, price negotiations, PO creation, and contract finalization.

• Develop cost-saving strategies and drive VA/VE initiatives to reduce procurement spend.

Supplier Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with Tier-1/OEM suppliers.

• Ensure suppliers comply with quality standards, delivery schedules, and commercial terms.

• Monitor supplier performance through scorecards and take corrective actions when required.

• Conduct supplier audits and capability assessments with quality & production teams.

Inventory & Supply Planning

• Coordinate with production, planning, and logistics teams to maintain optimum inventory levels.

• Ensure timely availability of materials to avoid line stoppage or stock-outs.

• Monitor lead times and forecast requirements to plan procurement cycles.

Cost Control & Data Management

• Analyze purchase trends, price fluctuations, and market conditions.

• Implement strategic sourcing to optimize cost and procurement efficiency.

• Maintain accurate procurement data, vendor records, and MIS reports.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with production, quality, R&D, and finance teams for alignment on procurement needs.

• Support new product development (NPD) by identifying and developing new vendors.

• Ensure adherence to company procurement guidelines, policies, and compliance standards.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Production/Automobile Engineering or related field (preferred).

• 5+ years of procurement/sourcing experience in the automotive sector.

• Strong exposure to Tier-1/OEM supply chains.

• Hands-on experience in sourcing raw materials, mechanical parts, plastics, sheet metal, etc.

• Excellent negotiation, costing, and supplier management skills.

• Good knowledge of SAP/ERP procurement modules.

• Strong analytical ability and understanding of supply chain metrics.

• Ability to manage multiple suppliers and fast-paced operations.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in local & global sourcing.

• Knowledge of ISO/TS 16949, automotive quality systems.

• Strong communication & stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to independently drive procurement initiatives.