Executive - Procurement

PlatinumRx Group; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

PlatinumRx Group is seeking a Procurement Executive to join the Central Procurement team in Bengaluru. The role focuses on end-to-end PO follow-up, coordinating with vendors across India, and ensuring product availability through timely communication.

Key responsibilities include PO management, vendor coordination, data management in Excel/Sheets, and professional communication via Email, WhatsApp, and phone. Strong attention to detail and fast-paced procurement experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong coordination skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
• Experience in vendor communication.

Responsibilities

• Release Purchase Orders (POs) to vendors as per procurement requirements.
• Follow up with vendors on open POs and ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Track PO status from release until complete supply.
• Maintain accurate records of PO status, pending quantities, expected delivery dates, and vendor commitments.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Email communication

WhatsApp communication

Vendor coordination

Follow-up

Data management

Attention to detail

Multi-vendor management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

WhatsApp

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a Procurement Executive to join our Central Procurement team. The candidate will be responsible for the end-to-end follow-up of Purchase Orders (POs), coordinating with vendors across India, and ensuring maximum availability of ordered products through timely and effective vendor communication.

The role requires strong coordination skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently on Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Email, and WhatsApp.

Key Responsibilities

1. Purchase Order Management

• Release Purchase Orders (POs) to vendors as per procurement requirements.
• Follow up with vendors on open POs and ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Track PO status from release until complete supply.
• Ensure 100% PO fill rate through regular vendor follow-up and coordination.
• Identify short supplies, pending quantities, and non-supplied items and take appropriate follow-up action.
• Maintain accurate records of PO status, pending quantities, expected delivery dates, and vendor commitments.

2. Vendor Coordination

• Coordinate and communicate with vendors across India on a daily basis.
• Build effective working relationships with vendors to ensure smooth and timely supplies.
• Communicate PO requirements, pending quantities, delivery commitments, and supply-related issues to vendors.
• Escalate delays, shortages, and other procurement issues to the concerned internal teams.
• Follow up with vendors until pending issues are resolved.

3. Data Management Reporting

• Maintain procurement-related data in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
• Update PO trackers and vendor-wise pending reports regularly.
• Ensure accuracy and timely updating of procurement data.

4. Communication Coordination

• Communicate with vendors through Email, WhatsApp, and phone calls.
• Respond to vendor queries and coordinate internally to resolve supply-related issues.
• Coordinate with internal teams such as Warehouse, Operations, Finance, and Procurement.
• Maintain clear and professional communication with all stakeholders.

Required Skills

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
• Comfortable with sending and responding to professional emails.
• Hands-on experience communicating with vendors through WhatsApp and phone calls.
• Strong follow-up and coordination skills.
• Good attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate data.
• Ability to manage multiple vendors and POs simultaneously.
• Good problem-solving and escalation skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced procurement environment.

Language Requirements

Communication is a key requirement for this role.

The candidate should be able to communicate effectively in:

• English - Minimum working proficiency
• Hindi
• Kannada

Candidates who can communicate confidently with vendors in all three languages will be preferred.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Experience in Procurement / Purchase / Vendor Management / Supply Chain / Pharmacy / FMCG / Healthcare will be an advantage.
• Freshers with strong communication, Excel/Google Sheets skills, and a willingness to learn may also be considered.
• Candidates should be proactive, persistent with follow-ups, and comfortable handling daily vendor coordination.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

The candidate will primarily be measured on:

• PO Fill Rate - Target: 100%
• Timely PO release and follow-up
• Reduction in pending/open PO quantities
• Vendor response and commitment tracking
• Timely closure of supply issues
• Effective vendor communication and coordination

Work Location

Bangalore - HSR Layout / Mysore Road

Required Skills (Keyword tags)

• Purchase Order Management
• Problem Solving
• vendor Management
• Follow-Up
• Procurement Operations
• Google Sheets
• Excel
• Email Communication
• WhatsApp Communication
• Data Management

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