Purchase Executive

Position

Purchase Executive

Experience

23 Years

Industry

Merchant Export / International Trade / Agro Commodities

Location

Pune, Maharashtra

Job Summary

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Purchase Executive with 2–3 years of experience in procurement, preferably in a merchant export company dealing in agro commodities, spices, food ingredients, or animal feed products. The ideal candidate should possess strong vendor management skills, excellent negotiation abilities, and a thorough understanding of domestic procurement processes while ensuring quality, timely deliveries, and cost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

- Source and procure agro commodities, spices, oilseed meals, animal feed ingredients, dehydrated products, and other export products from manufacturers and suppliers across India.
- Develop and maintain a reliable vendor database.
- Obtain quotations, compare prices, negotiate commercial terms, and finalize purchases.
- Coordinate with suppliers regarding production schedules, dispatches, and delivery timelines.
- Ensure purchased materials meet the required export quality specifications.
- Conduct supplier evaluations and identify recent sourcing opportunities.
- Prepare and process Purchase Orders (POs) and maintain procurement documentation.
- Coordinate with Quality, Logistics, and Export Documentation teams for smooth execution of export orders.




- Monitor market prices, crop conditions, and industry trends to support strategic purchasing decisions.
- Follow up on pending orders and ensure timely material availability.
- Resolve supplier issues related to quality, shortages, delays, or payment coordination.
- Maintain accurate procurement records, reports, and MIS.
- Support cost reduction initiatives through effective negotiation and supplier development.
- Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and applicable regulations.

Required Skills

- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Knowledge of procurement and vendor management.
- Good understanding of agro commodities and export supply chains.
- Ability to compare quotations and perform cost analysis.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational and follow-up abilities.
- Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple suppliers simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

- Bachelor's Degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Agriculture, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Experience in procurement for merchant exporters will be preferred.
- Knowledge of Incoterms, export documentation, and logistics coordination will be an added advantage.

Compensation

- Salary: As per industry standards and candidate experience.

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