Senior Purchasing Manager - Jalandhar - Sporting Syndicate

Description

About the Company

Sporting Syndicate is India's Largest Sports Goods Manufacturer and Exporter. Based in Jalandhar, Punjab, the company was founded in 1960 and has been driving India's Sports Goods industry.

About the Role

We are seeking a Procurement Manager to lead and manage our procurement and supply chain operations, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and high-quality sourcing of materials and services essential for sports goods production.

Key Responsibilities

• Purchasing & Procurement:
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with our production and quality goals.
• Vendor & Supplier Management:
• Build long-term relationships with reliable suppliers.
• Evaluate supplier performance on quality, delivery, pricing, and compliance.
• Identify new suppliers to mitigate risks.
• Inventory & Materials Management:
• Coordinate with production and warehouse teams to forecast material needs.
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent stockouts or excess inventory.
• Logistics & Supply Chain Coordination:
• Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics for raw materials and finished goods.
• Cost Control & Budgeting:
• Monitor purchase budgets and ensure procurement is within approved cost limits.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvement.
• Compliance & Documentation:
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, safety, and statutory compliance (e.g., import-export regulations, GST).
• Cross-functional Collaboration:
• Participate in new product development by sourcing suitable materials/vendors.
• Identify and evaluate suppliers for raw materials used in sports goods manufacturing.
• Negotiate contracts, prices, and payment terms with suppliers.

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About You

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5–10 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing setup.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, vendor development, and ERP systems.
• Understanding of production planning and material requirement planning (MRP).
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Leadership and team management capabilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

If you have the required skills and experience, please apply today.