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Company Description PORE INDUSTRIES PVT LTD is a company located in Kallappanna Industrial Estate SHIROLI Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India. The company operates in a specialized industrial zone, supporting regional manufacturing and metal casting activities. As part of the local industrial ecosystem, PORE INDUSTRIES focuses on reliable production and quality-driven operations. The organization offers opportunities for professionals interested in supply chain, purchasing, and industrial management within the metals sector. Team members can expect a hands-on work environment closely connected to manufacturing and operations. Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Purchasing Manager role based in Kolhapur. The Purchasing Manager will oversee sourcing, vendor selection, and procurement of raw materials, equipment, and services required for metal casting operations. Daily responsibilities include negotiating pricing and contracts, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of materials to support uninterrupted production. The role involves monitoring inventory levels, coordinating with production and quality teams, and optimizing purchasing costs while maintaining required standards. The Purchasing Manager will also analyze procurement data, prepare reports, and contribute to continuous improvement of purchasing processes and policies. Qualifications Strong knowledge of procurement and purchasing practices, including vendor management and contract negotiation.Experience with inventory control, materials planning, and coordination between purchasing and production teams.Familiarity with mining, metals, or manufacturing environments, and understanding of raw material sourcing requirements.Ability to analyze cost, quality, and delivery data, and use basic tools or software for procurement reporting and tracking.Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build and maintain professional supplier relationships.Detail-oriented and organized, with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities under time constraints.Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.Prior experience in a purchasing or supply chain management role, preferably within industrial or manufacturing operations. .
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