Job Title: Purchase Manager (Construction)Core Objective
To lead the procurement of materials, equipment, and services while optimizing costs, ensuring quality compliance, and maintaining project timelines.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing: Identify and vet suppliers for raw materials (steel, cement, aggregates), MEP equipment, and subcontractors.
Cost Management: Negotiate pricing, credit terms, and contracts to meet or exceed budgetary targets.
Supply Chain Oversight: Coordinate logistics to ensure "Just-in-Time" delivery to active construction sites.
Quality Assurance: Collaborate with Site Engineers to ensure all materials meet project specifications and ASTM/ISO standards.
Inventory Control: Monitor stock levels and wastage to prevent shortages or over-ordering.
Risk Management: Evaluate market trends (e.g., fluctuating commodity prices) and develop contingency plans.
Technical Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration.
Experience:
5–10 years in construction procurement; deep knowledge of construction materials and market rates.
Software: Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or Odoo) and MS Excel.
Essential Skills
Contract Negotiation: Expertise in FIDIC or local construction contract standards.
Analytical Thinking: Ability to perform "Make vs. Buy" and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analyses.
Vendor Management: Solid relationship-building and performance-tracking skills.
Legal Knowledge: Understanding of VAT/GST, import duties, and construction labor laws.
Performance Metrics (KPIs)
Cost Savings: Percentage reduction in procurement spend against budget.
Lead Time: Average time from Purchase Requisition (PR) to in office delivery.
Supplier Compliance: Percentage of deliveries meeting quality and timeline benchmarks.
Pay: ₹28,000.00 - ₹42,000.00 per month
Application Question(s):
What is your current salary ?
What is your Expected salary?
What is your Notice Period?
Work Location: In person
📌 Purchase Manager Construction Ahmedabad
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📍 Ahmedabad