Job Title: Purchase Controller (GBO-PDI) Location: Chennai Experience: 5–7 years Qualification: CA / CWA (Qualified) Department: GBO About the Role: We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Purchase Controller to join our GBO-PDI team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for tracking material price changes, preparing financial forecasts and reports, and supporting localization and business case decisions. This role plays a key part in driving cost transparency, supporting profitability analysis, and enabling effective decision-making through meaningful insights. Key Responsibilities: Track, analyze, and steer material price changes in alignment with global and local procurement guidelines. Perform detailed analysis on price fluctuations influenced by commodity trends, negotiation outcomes, and process parameters. Support localization business cases , in-house vs. outsource decisions, and TCO evaluations. Prepare monthly MIS reports , support bottom-up business planning , budgeting, and forecasting processes. Conduct monthly variance analysis , reporting actual vs. forecasted financials to local and product heads. Identify and support cost-saving initiatives and productivity improvements. Collaborate with stakeholders on ad-hoc requirements and financial impact assessments. Key Skills: Strong knowledge of Core Cost Accounting Proficient in SAP (FICO / MM) modules Advanced MS Excel and PowerPoint skills Analytical thinking and variance analysis expertise Experience in business planning, budgeting, and forecasting Stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration Preferred Background: CA / CWA with 5–7 years of experience in purchase controlling Prior experience in logistics controlling , CAPEX management , or profitability tracking Exposure to manufacturing, procurement, or supply chain environments Competencies: Business Excellence & Continuous Improvement Accountability & Result Orientation Entrepreneurial Thinking Collaboration & Stakeholder Communication Adaptability & Self-Development Why Join Us? Be part of a dynamic team where your insights will directly impact business strategy and cost efficiency. You'll work closely with cross-functional and leadership teams to enable data-driven decisions and contribute to meaningful cost improvement initiatives.
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Purchase Controller