Executive Female (Purchase)Department: PurchaseLocation: Head office GurgaonReporting To: DirectorJob PurposeTo manage and control procurement activities for raw materials, packaging materials, engineering items, services, and CAPEX in an agro-chemical manufacturing plant, ensuring cost optimization, statutory compliance, quality assurance, and uninterrupted plant operations.Key ResponsibilitiesPlan and execute procurement of technical raw materials, solvents, intermediates, packaging materials, utilities, spares, and servicesSource and develop approved vendors compliant with agro-chemical, EHS, and statutory normsObtain and evaluate techno-commercial quotations; negotiate prices, credit terms, and delivery schedulesPrepare, review, and release Purchase Orders (POs) as per approval matrixCoordinate closely with production, QA/QC, R&D, EHS, maintenance, and storesEnsure procurement compliance with CIBRC, FCO, ISO, GMP, and environmental regulationsManage hazardous chemical sourcing, MSDS documentation, and statutory approvalsMonitor material quality, manage rejections, deviations, and vendor corrective actionsDevelop and manage rate contracts and long-term agreements for critical materialsTrack inventory levels to avoid stock-outs, expiry, or excess inventorySupport plant shutdown, project, and CAPEX purchasesPrepare MIS reports covering cost trends, vendor performance, and savingsSupport internal and external audits and ensure documentation readinessGuide and review work of purchase executives and officersSkills & CompetenciesStrong knowledge of agro-chemical raw materials and regulatory requirementsVendor development and strategic sourcing capabilityExcellent negotiation and cost-control skillsWorking knowledge of ERP / SAP, MS Excel, and MIS reportingUnderstanding of EHS and statutory compliance related to chemical procurementQualification & Experience46 years of experience in purchase within agro-chemical / chemical / pharma manufacturing plantsExperience handling hazardous chemicals and regulated suppliers preferredKey Performance Indicators (KPIs)Cost savings and budget adherenceOn-time availability of critical materialsVendor compliance and quality performanceAudit observations and closureInventory optimization and reduction of emergency purchasesIf you interested, share me your CV at.