Role: Purchase Executive (Manufacturing)
Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Department: Procurement
Experience: 3-6 years (manufacturing/industrial procurement preferred).

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing & Procurement

- Identify, evaluate, and onboard vendors for raw materials, components, MRO(maintenance, repair, operations) items, and consumables.
- Generate and release Purchase Orders (PO) based on production/MRP requirements
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers
- Obtain and compare quotations (RFQ process) to ensure competitive pricing

Vendor Management

- Develop and maintain a reliable vendor base
- Conduct vendor evaluation and performance reviews (quality, delivery, pricing)
- Resolve quality/delivery disputes with suppliers in coordination with QC/Stores
- Maintain vendor documentation (agreements, rate contracts, MSME/GST compliance)

Inventory & Coordination

- Coordinate with Production Planning (PPC), Stores, and Quality teams to align purchase schedules with production needs
- Monitor stock levels to avoid production stoppages or excess inventory
- Track open POs and follow up on delayed deliveries
- Support in setting reorder levels and safety stock for critical items

Documentation & Compliance

- Maintain purchase records, rate contracts,



and comparative statements
- Ensure compliance with company procurement policy and statutory requirements GST, e-way bill, etc.)
- Coordinate with Accounts for GRN, invoice matching, and payment follow-up.
- Support internal/external audits with purchase documentation

Cost Control

- Identify cost-saving opportunities through alternate sourcing, bulk buying, or import substitution
- Track and report purchase price variance (PPV)
- Assist in annual budgeting for procurement spend

Required Skills & Competencies

- Solid negotiation and vendor management skills
- Working knowledge of ERP/SAP (MM module), Tally, or similar systems.
- Understanding of manufacturing processes, BOM, and material specifications
- Familiarity with Incoterms, GST, and import/export documentation (preferred)
- Ability to manage multiple vendors/timelines.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering/ BCom/ BSc or in Diploma in Materials Management.
- MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain or Material Management is an added Advantage.
- 3-6 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing/industrial setup (automotive, engineering, electronics, or process industry is preferred.

📌 Purchase Executive (Chennai)
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