Qualification:
8–10 years of experience in purchase/procurement management within an educational or institutional environment

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Production or operations Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) or purchase and logistics degree

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end purchase and procurement activities for the institution.
• Identify and evaluate vendors; obtain quotations and negotiate prices.
• Prepare comparative statements and purchase orders.
• Ensure timely procurement of lab equipment, machinery, consumables, stationery, electrical items, furniture, maintenance materials, etc.
• Maintain vendor database and develop reliable supplier relationships.
• Ensure quality, cost-effectiveness and timely delivery of materials.
• Coordinate with departments for purchase requirements and specifications.
• Monitor purchase orders, delivery schedules, invoices and payments.
• Ensure compliance with institutional purchase policies and approval procedures.
• Maintain proper purchase records, documentation and audit trails.




• Handle annual rate contracts and vendor performance evaluation.
• Coordinate with Finance, Stores, Administration and concerned departments.
• Support AICTE / NBA / NAAC / ISO / statutory audit requirements related to procurement documentation.

Skills Required
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Valuable knowledge of procurement procedures and commercial practices.
• Strong Excel and documentation skills.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple purchase requirements and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of ERP/Purchase Management Software is desirable.

Preferred Profile: A proactive procurement professional with strong commercial knowledge, vendor network and experience in handling institutional/technical procurement.

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📌 Deputy Manager Purchase (Chennai)
🏢 Rajalakshmi Engineering College
📍 Chennai