Job Title: Fancy Silk Purchase Manager

Job Summary

Responsible for planning and managing the purchase of fancy silk sarees and related textile products. Ensure the right product selection, quality, pricing, vendor coordination, stock availability and timely procurement based on customer demand and sales requirements.

Roles & Responsibilities

1. Purchase Planning

- Plan and execute fancy silk saree purchases based on sales trends, customer preferences and market demand.
- Identify new designs, patterns, colours and trending collections.
- Ensure the right product mix and stock availability across branches.

2. Vendor Management

- Identify, evaluate and develop reliable suppliers and manufacturers.
- Negotiate purchase prices, discounts, credit terms and delivery schedules.
- Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and follow up on pending orders.

3. Product Selection & Quality Control

- Select fancy silk sarees based on design, fabric quality, colour combinations and market trends.
- Verify product quality, finishing, zari work and weaving standards.
- Ensure purchased products meet company quality and pricing standards.

4. Cost & Price Management

- Analyse market prices and competitor products.
- Negotiate competitive purchase rates to maintain required profit margins.
- Monitor purchase costs and identify cost-saving opportunities.

5. Stock & Inventory Management

- Monitor stock movement, fast-moving and slow-moving products.
- Coordinate with Branch Managers to understand stock requirements.
- Avoid excess stock, shortages and unnecessary purchases.

6.



Market Research & Trend Analysis

- Visit textile markets, manufacturers and supplier locations to identify recent collections.
- Track changing customer preferences, seasonal demand and fashion trends.
- Introduce new varieties and designs to improve sales.

7. Reporting & Coordination

- Prepare purchase plans, supplier details and purchase performance Reports.
- Coordinate with Accounts, Stores and Branch Departments.
- Monitor order status, delivery schedules and supplier payments in coordination with Accounts.

Key Performance Indicators – KPIs

- Purchase cost and profit margin achievement.
- Timely procurement and delivery.
- Product quality and supplier performance.
- Stock availability and inventory turnover.
- Reduction in slow-moving and non-moving stock.
- Introduction of new designs and market-trending collections.

Qualifications & Skills

- Any Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Textile Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum 5–8 years of experience in textile purchasing, preferably in fancy silk sarees.
- Strong knowledge of fancy silk varieties, fabrics, designs, patterns, and market trends.
- Good negotiation, vendor management, and communication skills.
- Knowledge of purchase planning, inventory management, and cost control.
- Basic knowledge of MS Excel and purchase-related Software.
- Ability to analyse sales data and make effective purchasing decisions.

Advantages:
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

📌 Fancy Silk Purchase Manager (Thekkalur)
🏢 The Chennai Silks (Corporate Office) - GAJAANANDA GROUPS
📍 Thekkalur