Purchase Manager

Job Objectives

To manage the end-to-end procurement process, ensure timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials, equipment, and services, build strong supplier relationships, and maintain compliance with company procurement policies to support seamless project execution.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage end-to-end procurement: sourcing, negotiation, vendor selection, and purchase order issuance.
• Build and maintain strong supplier and vendor relationships.
• Evaluate vendor performance on quality, pricing, delivery timelines, and service standards.
• Coordinate with project sites, stores, and accounts teams for seamless material flow.
• Prepare purchase budgets, cost analysis, and MIS reports for management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and statutory requirements in all procurement activities.
• Maintain all purchase documentation and records accurately in ERP systems.
• Forecast material requirements in collaboration with project planning and execution teams.
• Handle urgent and emergency purchases efficiently and within approved budgets.
• Oversee logistics coordination for incoming materials and equipment.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement value engineering in procurement.
• Manage rate contracts and annual supply agreements with key vendors.
• Supervise and guide the purchase team to ensure timely completion of procurement activities.

Essential Work Activities

• Manage sourcing, vendor selection, and purchase order issuance
• Build and maintain strong supplier and vendor relationships
• Coordinate material flow with project sites, stores, and accounts
• Prepare purchase budgets, cost analysis, and MIS reports
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and statutory requirements
• Handle urgent procurement and oversee logistics for incoming materials

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automobile Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• MBA in Supply Chain / Materials Management is an added advantage.

Years of Experience

5+ Years of procurement experience, preferably in construction, infrastructure, or automobile industry

Person Requirements

• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and ERP systems.
• Good communication and analytical skills.
• Leadership and team management abilities.
• Experience in construction or automobile sector is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel for cost analysis and reporting.
• High integrity and strong ethical standards in vendor dealings.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement assignments and deadlines.

Communication and Interaction:

• General Manager / Operations Manager
• Project Manager
• Site Engineers
• Store Keeper
• Finance and Accounts Team
• Vendors and Suppliers
• Logistics and Transport Teams
• Audit Officer