Purchase Assistant

Company: Shree Ji Steel Private Limited

Location: Sector V, Salt Lake, Kolkata – In office

Salary: ₹13,000 – ₹18,000 per month

Experience Required: 1–2 Years

Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Qualification: Graduate Preferred

About Shree Ji Steel

Shree Ji Steel Private Limited is a growing company in the iron and steel industry, engaged in the manufacturing, trading, and export of a wide range of steel products.

We work with suppliers, manufacturers, stockists, transporters, and customers across India. Our business focuses on competitive sourcing, quality products, timely procurement, efficient logistics, and long-term business relationships.

We are looking for a responsible and detail-oriented Purchase Assistant to support our procurement team in day-to-day purchasing activities.

Job Summary The Purchase Assistant will support the Purchase and Procurement Team in sourcing materials, communicating with suppliers, collecting quotations, comparing prices, preparing purchase-related documents, coordinating deliveries, and maintaining accurate purchase records.

The ideal candidate should have valuable communication skills, basic knowledge of procurement processes, strong follow-up abilities, and good working knowledge of MS Excel and MS Office.

Experience in steel, construction materials, manufacturing, industrial products, or B2B procurement will be an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

1. Vendor & Supplier Coordination

- Coordinate with existing and recent suppliers/vendors regarding material availability.
- Contact suppliers to collect prices, stock availability, specifications, and delivery timelines.
- Follow up with vendors regarding quotations and pending requirements.
- Maintain professional relationships with suppliers and manufacturers.
- Update the purchase team regarding changes in supplier pricing and availability.
- Maintain an updated database of suppliers and vendor contacts.

1. Purchase & Procurement Support

- Assist the Purchase Executive/Manager in sourcing required materials.
- Search for suitable suppliers based on product, specification, quantity, location, price, and delivery requirements.
- Collect and compare supplier quotations.
- Prepare purchase-related documents and purchase orders as instructed.
- Verify product specifications, quantities, rates, and delivery terms before processing purchase requirements.




- Coordinate with suppliers for order confirmation and material dispatch.
- Assist in identifying alternative suppliers when required.

1. Steel & Material Procurement

- Assist in sourcing steel products such as TMT Bars, MS Angles, Channels, Beams, Flats, Plates, Pipes, Round Bars, and other steel products.
- Understand basic product specifications, dimensions, grades, and quantities.
- Check supplier quotations against required size, grade, quantity, brand, and delivery location.
- Coordinate with suppliers regarding stock availability and dispatch schedules.
- Maintain records of supplier rates and market price updates.

1. Order & Delivery Coordination

- Follow up with suppliers after purchase confirmation.
- Track pending purchase orders and expected delivery dates.
- Coordinate with suppliers regarding loading, dispatch, vehicle placement, and delivery status when required.
- Communicate delays or changes to the concerned Purchase/Sales/Operations team.
- Ensure that purchase-related information is updated accurately.

1. Documentation & Record Keeping

- Maintain purchase records, supplier quotations, purchase orders, invoices, and other procurement documents.
- Update purchase data in Excel, ERP, CRM, or other company software.
- Maintain supplier-wise records of purchases and quotations.
- Prepare basic purchase reports as required by management.
- Ensure accurate documentation of rates, quantities, specifications, and supplier details.

1. Purchase Data & Reporting

- Maintain daily purchase activity records.
- Prepare basic daily/weekly purchase reports.
- Track pending quotations and purchase requirements.
- Maintain records of supplier rates for comparison and future sourcing.
- Support the Purchase Team in maintaining accurate procurement data.

Required Skills
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong vendor coordination and follow-up skills.
- Basic negotiation and price-comparison skills.
- Good knowledge of MS Excel and MS Office.




- Basic understanding of procurement and purchasing processes.
- Good documentation and record-maintenance skills.
- Ability to compare rates, quantities, specifications, and delivery terms.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to handle multiple purchase requirements simultaneously.
- Good organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work under deadlines and coordinate with multiple suppliers.
- Willingness to learn about steel products and the B2B procurement process.

Qualifications & Eligibility
- Graduate in Business Administration, Commerce, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.
- 1–2 years of experience in Purchase, Procurement, Vendor Coordination, or a similar role preferred.
- Experience in steel, construction materials, manufacturing, engineering, industrial products, or B2B procurement will be an added advantage.
- Candidates with strong Excel, communication, and vendor-follow-up skills will be preferred.

Key Performance Areas The candidate will be evaluated based on:
- Timely vendor follow-up.
- Number and quality of supplier quotations collected.
- Accuracy of purchase records.
- Supplier response and coordination.
- Rate and quotation comparison.
- Timely updating of purchase data.
- Purchase order documentation accuracy.
- Coordination of pending orders and deliveries.
- Ability to identify suitable suppliers.
- Overall support provided to the Purchase Team.

What We Offer
- Salary of ₹13,000 – ₹18,000 per month, depending on experience and skills.
- Professional training and learning opportunities.
- Career growth in procurement and B2B steel trading.
- Exposure to suppliers and manufacturers across different markets.
- Supportive and professional working environment.
- Opportunity to develop strong vendor-management and procurement skills.

Work Location Sector V, Salt Lake, Kolkata

Work Mode: On-site / In-person

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

How to Apply

Interested candidates can share their updated CV at:

[email protected]

Subject: Application for Purchase Assistant – [Candidate Name]

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹13,000.00 - ₹18,000.00 per month

Application Question(s)

- Which industry you are working in?
- What is your last drawn salary?

Experience:
- Purchasing: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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