Position: Purchase Manager

Industry: Autonomous Engineering College / Educational Institution

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Experience: 8–12 Years

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech – Mechanical / Production (Preferred)

Responsibilities

- Develop and implement effective purchase strategies and procurement plans for the institution.
- Manage procurement of laboratory equipment, engineering components, IT equipment, electrical items, furniture, stationery, consumables and general requirements.
- Identify, evaluate and maintain a reliable vendor/supplier network.
- Obtain and compare quotations, negotiate price, quality, delivery and payment terms.
- Prepare comparative statements, purchase orders, work orders and procurement documentation.
- Ensure purchases are made in accordance with approved budgets, institutional policies and procurement procedures.
- Coordinate with Departments, Stores, Finance, Administration and Management for timely procurement.
- Monitor purchase orders, delivery schedules, quality and vendor performance.
- Ensure proper documentation, approvals and audit compliance for all purchases.
- Handle AMC, service contracts,



annual rate contracts and institutional agreements.
- Develop cost-saving initiatives and ensure best value for money.
- Resolve vendor-related issues concerning quality, delivery, billing and service.
- Maintain accurate purchase records, vendor database, contracts and procurement reports.
- Support procurement requirements related to AICTE, Anna University, NBA, NAAC, NIRF and other statutory/accreditation requirements.
- Lead and guide the Purchase/Procurement team and ensure timely completion of procurement activities.
- Prepare periodic MIS reports on procurement, expenditure, pending orders and vendor performance.

Desired Skills
- Solid negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Good knowledge of institutional/educational procurement processes.
- Strong analytical, communication and coordination skills.
- Proficiency in MS Excel, ERP and procurement systems.
- Ability to manage multiple procurement activities and meet deadlines.
- Strong knowledge of cost control, documentation and purchase compliance.

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