POSITION: Purchase Manager

Experience Required: 5–8 Years

Qualification: MBA in Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, Operations Management, or any equivalent relevant qualification.

Preferred Languages: Tamil and English (Hindi preferred)

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and result-oriented Purchase Manager to manage procurement operations, vendor development, price negotiations, purchase orders, and delivery schedules. The ideal candidate should have robust negotiation and vendor management skills, the ability to control procurement costs, and experience in ensuring timely availability of materials, components, and services to meet the company's operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Vendor Development and Management

- Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable vendors and suppliers.
- Assess vendors based on quality, pricing, delivery timelines, and reliability.
- Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers and identify new sourcing opportunities.
- Monitor vendor performance and resolve supply-related issues.

2. Procurement Management

- Manage end-to-end procurement of raw materials, components, consumables, and services.
- Ensure materials are purchased according to production requirements and approved specifications.
- Coordinate with production, stores, finance, and other departments to understand procurement needs.
- Ensure timely availability of materials to avoid operational delays.

3. Price Negotiation and Cost Control

- Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, and commercial conditions with vendors.
- Obtain and compare quotations to identify cost-effective purchasing options.
- Implement cost-saving strategies without compromising quality.




- Monitor purchase costs and identify opportunities to improve procurement efficiency.

4. Purchase Order Management

- Prepare, process, and track purchase orders.
- Ensure purchase orders contain accurate specifications, quantities, prices, and delivery terms.
- Follow up with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Coordinate with the accounts department for invoice verification and payment processing.

5. Delivery Monitoring and Inventory Coordination

- Monitor delivery schedules and ensure timely receipt of materials.
- Coordinate with stores and production teams regarding material requirements and stock availability.
- Resolve delays, shortages, and discrepancies in material supply.
- Maintain proper procurement records, supplier details, quotations, and purchase documentation.

Required Qualifications and Skills

- 5–8 years of experience in purchase, procurement, vendor development, or supply chain management.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills.
- Experience in procurement of industrial materials, components, or engineering-related products is preferred.
- Good knowledge of purchase order processing, quotation comparison, and cost analysis.
- Ability to coordinate with production, stores, accounts, and suppliers.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and purchase or ERP software.
- Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple procurement activities and meet delivery deadlines.

Benefits

- Exposure to procurement strategy, vendor development, and cost optimisation.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Purchase Manager (Salem)
🏢 COMPASS AUDIT & ADVISORY PRIVATE
📍 Salem