Material Officer

Job description

Role & responsibilities 1. Procurement Planning & Execution: • Plan and execute purchases of raw materials, packaging materials in coordination with production departments. • Release purchase orders and ensure timely delivery as per production requirements. 2. Oracle ERP System Management: • Manage procurement processes through Oracle ERP including PR to PO cycle, GRN generation, vendor master updates, and stock tracking. • Monitor inventory levels, lead times, and re-order points through ERP dashboards. 3. Inventory & Warehouse Oversight: • Monitor raw material and packaging inventory levels to avoid stockouts or excess inventory. • Coordinate with stores and logistics for material receipt, storage, and dispatch management. 4. Cost Control & Budgeting: • Implement cost reduction strategies in procurement and logistics. • Align purchasing plans with the annual budget, track variances, and recommend corrective actions. 5. Regulatory & Quality Compliance: • Ensure materials meet required specifications and regulatory standards (chemical regulations, safety norms). • Coordinate with QA/QC for material approval and documentation compliance. 6. Reporting & Analytics: • Prepare MIS reports on material consumption, vendor performance, cost trends, and aging inventory. • Support audits (internal/external) with relevant purchase and inventory records. Preferred candidate profile • Diploma or B. Sc + MBA in Supply Chain / Operations / Materials Management • Experience in procurement and materials management, preferably in paint/chemical/FMCG industry