Purchase Manager (3-7 Years)

K9HR SOlUTIONS, Nidhi Jethva(HR Manager - Mo. No. Email ID : ) is looking for detail-oriented and commercially strong Raw Material Sourcing Executive to manage end-to-end sourcing of active ingredients, excipients, flavors, sweeteners, and packaging inputs for our nutrition and nutraceutical product portfolio. The role focuses on vendor development, cost optimization, quality compliance, and supply continuity in alignment with regulatory standards.Key ResponsibilitiesRaw Material Sourcing & Vendor ManagementSource and develop reliable suppliers for proteins, amino acids, vitamins, minerals, botanicals, functional ingredients, flavors, sweeteners, and excipientsIdentify domestic and international suppliers with consistent quality and regulatory complianceEvaluate suppliers based on quality, pricing, lead time, certifications, and scalabilityMaintain an approved vendor list and conduct periodic supplier reviewsCosting & NegotiationNegotiate pricing, MOQs, payment terms, and delivery timelinesTrack raw material price trends and suggest cost-optimization strategiesSupport product costing and margin planningQuality & Compliance CoordinationEnsure all raw materials meet FSSAI, AYUSH (if applicable), ISO, HACCP, and clean-label requirementsCoordinate with QA/QC for COA, MSDS, stability data, and sample approvalsEnsure traceability and documentation for audits and regulatory inspectionsInventory & Supply PlanningCoordinate with production and contract manufacturers to ensure timely availability of materialsMonitor inventory levels to avoid stock-outs or excess holdingAssist in demand forecasting and procurement planningCross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with R&D, QA, production, finance, and contract manufacturersSupport new product development by sourcing innovative and functional ingredientsAssist in alternate sourcing during supply disruptionsRequired Qualifications :Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Pharmacy, Food Technology, Nutrition, Biotechnology, or related field2-5 years of experience in raw material sourcing for nutraceuticals, sports nutrition, or food supplementsStrong knowledge of nutrition ingredients and their quality parametersFamiliarity with FSSAI regulations and nutraceutical raw material documentationPreferred Skills & Experience:Experience working with contract manufacturers (third-party manufacturing)Exposure to import sourcing and international suppliersUnderstanding of clean-label and sports nutrition formulationsStrong negotiation, vendor communication, and analytical skillsProficiency in Excel and basic ERP systemsExperience3 - 7 YearsNo. of Openings01EducationGraduateRolePurchase ManagerIndustry TypeManufacturing / Production / QualityGender[ Male / Female ]Age Limit20 - 40 Yrs.Job CountryIndiaType of JobFull TimeWork Location TypeWork from OfficeBenefits includeAnnual Bonus, PFFace Interview Location712, DWARIKA PRIDE B/S, SADBHAVNA HOSPITAL, NR RAMAPIR CIRCLE, 150 FEET RING RD, RAJKOT, GUJARAT 360007