purchase officer

Sourcing & Supplier Development Identify and onboard scrap-metal suppliers—local recyclers, dismantlers, demolition
yards, industrial units.
 Build and expand a network of reliable vendors focused on quality and consistent
supplies.
Inspection, Sorting & Grading
 Visit yards or supplier sites, inspect scrap materials, and accurately grade them (ferrous
vs non-ferrous, alloys, contamination).
 Ensure correct categorization for efficient processing and pricing.
Negotiation & Purchasing
 Negotiate competitive prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
 Issue purchase orders, maintain contract documentation, and ensure compliance
 GST norms and local regulations.
Logistics & Inventory Coordination. Coordinate with transport/logistics teams for timely pickup and safe transit.
 Monitor stock levels to support production needs and avoid interruptions.
JOB DESCRIPTION
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Quality & Compliance Assurance
 Ensure scrap meets quality & environmental compliance standards (e.g. contamination,
hazardous materials).
 Maintain records for audits, internal controls, and regulatory purposes.
Market Intelligence & Reporting
 Track metal market rates—LME, domestic benchmark—and external factors influencing
prices.
 Maintain procurement data: volumes, costs, savings, and supplier evaluation metrics.
Risk Management & Cost Optimization
 Hedge procurement through contract terms or spot purchases aligned with market
trends.
 Identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiencies.
Required Skills & Experience
 Educational: Bachelor’s in Commerce, Business, Engineering, or related field.
 MBA is a plus.
 Proven Experience: 3–6 years in metal scrap, recycling, foundry, or heavy Industry
procurement.
 Technical Know-how: Able to grade scrap, understand alloy characteristics, use
measuring tools (e.g. calipers).
 Negotiation Skills: Strong ability to secure favorable prices and terms.
 Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with GST, weight/quality certification, local
environmental regulations.
 Soft Skills: Excellent communication, relationship-building, analytical thinking, and
problem-solving.
 Technical Tools: Proficient in MS Excel and ERP systems; exposure to sourcing
software is a bonus.
Preferred Qualifications
 Experience in both ferrous (iron/steel) and non-ferrous (aluminum, copper, alloys)
scrap procurement.
 Hyderabad/Telangana network with scrap vendors and logistics partners.
 Knowledge of scrap-metal pricing benchmarks and market intelligence sources.
 Plumbing or heavy equipment technical background is a plus.
KPIs & Performance Metrics
 Cost savings against benchmark rates.
 Supplier delivery timeliness (% on-time).
 Quality rejection rate (% of loads failing grade).
 Inventory turnover and lead-time improvements.

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