KLU one of the most prestigious and preferred universities located in Guntur, in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India We are happy to inform you that KL University having an immediate requirement for General Manager Purchases.
• K L Deemed to be University has been ranked 35 among all IITs, IIMs, NITs and other premier institutes of India by MHRD, through NIRF rankings.
• K L’s Engineering College KLCE is ranked No.1 by Times of India (TOI) in both Telangana and Andhra Pradesh and is known for its consistent 100% placement record to all eligible students for the past 14 years.

Job Description
– General Manager (Purchases) Senior Leadership Position Job Summary: Responsible for leading the University's overall procurement and purchasing operations, ensuring cost-effective sourcing, timely procurement, vendor management, quality assurance, and compliance with organizational policies.

Key Responsibilities
• Develop and implement procurement strategies and purchasing policies.
• Oversee end-to-end procurement of IT infrastructure, and Groceries(Food)
• Manage vendor identification, evaluation, negotiation, and relationship management.
• Handle tendering, quotations, comparative statements, purchase orders, and contract negotiations.
• Ensure cost optimization, budget control,



and timely delivery of materials.
• Coordinate with Finance, Administration, Engineering, Academics, and other departments.
• Establish vendor performance evaluation and procurement control mechanisms.
• Ensure transparency, documentation, audit readiness, and compliance with procurement policies.
• Lead and manage the purchase and procurement team.
• Submit periodic procurement reports and cost analysis to Management. Educational Qualifications &

Experience:
• MBA in Supply Chain Management / Materials Management / Operations.
• B.
E./B.
Tech or relevant postgraduate qualification preferred.
• 15–20 years of experience in procurement and materials management.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior procurement leadership role.
• Experience in large educational institutions, universities, manufacturing, infrastructure, or corporate organizations preferred. Pay Scale: Salary is not a constraint for deserving candidates.

Location:
Vijayawada Andhra Pradesh Interested candidates kindly share your updated CV's to [email protected]
- for any enquiries please reach us on (phone hidden)
- Vimala Ch
- Asst Manager-HR
- KL University

📌 General Manager Purchasing (Vijayawada)
🏢 KL University, Vaddeswaram
📍 Vijayawada