SHAHNAZ BRIGHT STEEL INDUSTRIES PVT. LTD.JOB DESCRIPTION – PURCHASE ASSISTANT1. Job Title

Purchase Assistant

2. Department

Purchase

3. Reporting To

Purchase Manager / Branch Manager – Purchase

4. Job Purpose

To assist the Purchase Department in enquiry handling, quotation comparison, purchase order preparation, supplier coordination, material follow-up and ERP updating, mainly for Die Steel, Tool Steel and Alloy Steel materials.

5. Key Responsibilities

- Handle purchase enquiries and collect quotations from suppliers.
- Prepare quotation comparison statements.
- Assist in preparing Purchase Orders (PO).
- Follow up with suppliers for price, availability, delivery and material specifications.
- Coordinate with Store, Quality, Accounts and Production departments.
- Update all purchase-related information in the ERP system.
- Maintain supplier records, quotations, POs and purchase documents.
- Track pending orders and expected delivery dates.
- Coordinate with suppliers regarding delayed or short supplies.
- Check basic material details such as grade, size, quantity and supply condition.
- Assist in sourcing materials as per company requirements.
- Maintain proper purchase records and documentation.
- Support the Purchase Manager in daily purchase activities.

6. Mandatory Knowledge

The candidate MUST have:

Computer Knowledge

- MS Excel
- MS Word
- Email
- Basic internet and online communication

ERP Knowledge

- Must have working knowledge of an ERP system.
- Should be able to enter purchase enquiries, quotations, POs, supplier details and material information in ERP.

Steel Knowledge – MUST
The candidate must have basic practical knowledge of:

- Die Steel
- Tool Steel
- Alloy Steel
- Common steel grades and applications
- Sizes and dimensions
- Basic understanding of material specifications




- Basic understanding of material certificates / test certificates

7. Required Skills

- Good communication skills
- Supplier follow-up skills
- Good knowledge of Excel
- Accurate data entry
- Good negotiation support skills
- Good coordination with suppliers and internal departments
- Ability to compare quotations and prices
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good documentation and filing skills

8. Education

Minimum: Any Degree / Diploma

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in Steel / Engineering / Metal Trading / Manufacturing industries.

9. Experience

2–5 years experience in Purchase / Procurement, preferably in:

- Die Steel
- Tool Steel
- Alloy Steel
- Engineering Steel
- Steel Trading
- Manufacturing Industry

10. Candidate Profile

We are looking for a practical and responsible Purchase Assistant who:

- Understands Die Steel, Tool Steel and Alloy Steel
- Has good ERP knowledge
- Has positive computer and Excel knowledge
- Can independently follow up with suppliers
- Can maintain accurate purchase records
- Has a willingness to learn and take responsibility
- Can work systematically and follow company procedures

11. Key Performance Indicators (KPI)

- Purchase order accuracy
- Supplier follow-up efficiency
- On-time material delivery
- Correct ERP data entry
- Purchase documentation accuracy
- Quotation comparison accuracy
- Supplier response time
- Reduction of purchase delays
- Coordination with Store, Accounts and Quality

12. Important Requirement

Steel knowledge + ERP knowledge + Computer knowledge are mandatory for this position.

Candidates without basic knowledge of Die Steel, Tool Steel and Alloy Steel will not be preferred.

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Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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