Role & responsibilities

- Manage end-to-end procurement activities for direct and indirect materials, consumables, spares, services, and other plant requirements.
- Source and identify suitable vendors based on quality, cost, delivery timelines, and technical requirements.
- Obtain and evaluate quotations, prepare comparative statements, and conduct commercial negotiations with vendors.
- Process purchase requisitions and convert approved requirements into Purchase Orders (POs) as per company policies and procedures.
- Ensure timely availability of materials to support uninterrupted production and maintenance activities.
- Coordinate closely with Production, Maintenance, Stores, Finance, Quality, and other internal stakeholders for procurement requirements.
- Monitor open POs and follow up with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
- Handle vendor development, vendor evaluation, and maintain strong relationships with existing and new suppliers.
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and other commercial conditions to achieve cost optimization.
- Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, approval matrices, and applicable statutory requirements.
- Maintain complete procurement documentation, including quotations, comparative statements, approvals, POs, and vendor records.




- Work on SAP for creating and managing Purchase Orders, tracking procurement transactions, and maintaining accurate purchasing data.
- Coordinate with Finance and vendors regarding invoice processing, payment-related issues, and PO reconciliation.
- Support cost-saving and value-engineering initiatives within the procurement function.
- Prepare periodic MIS and reports related to purchase activities, vendor performance, pending POs, and cost savings.

Required Skills & Competencies

- Strong knowledge of purchase and procurement processes in a manufacturing environment.
- Hands-on experience in sourcing, vendor negotiation, commercial evaluation, and PO management.
- Valuable working knowledge of SAP procurement/purchase modules.
- Experience in handling direct and indirect procurement, including plant spares, consumables, and services.
- Strong vendor management and negotiation skills.
- Good understanding of GST, commercial terms, and basic procurement documentation.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and preparation of comparative statements and MIS reports.
- Strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple procurement requirements simultaneously.

📌 Purchase Officer (Hyderabad)
🏢 Himachal Futuristic Communications (HFCL)
📍 Hyderabad