Junior Officer - Purchase

Andhra Paper Limited; Rajamahendravaram; On-site; INR 350,000 - 425,000; Full time

Job summary

Andhra Paper Limited in India seeks a Junior Officer Purchase to support procurement of MRO, Capex and Opex items. You will coordinate with user departments, obtain quotations, evaluate vendors and process POs. SAP knowledge is essential, with responsibility for records, supplier registration and timely delivery.

The role focuses on day-to-day purchasing, supplier coordination and documentation within a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years experience in Purchase / Procurement.
• Exposure to MRO, Capex and Opex buying activities.
• Knowledge of vendor evaluation, PO processing and SAP.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day purchase activities for MRO/Capex/Opex.
• Coordinate with user departments to clarify requirements.
• Obtain quotations and prepare comparative statements.
• Identify vendors based on price, quality and delivery terms.
• Prepare purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
• Follow up with vendors for timely delivery.
• Coordinate with stores, maintenance and accounts for procurement.
• Maintain procurement records and reports.
• Support vendor registration and negotiations.
• Track pending POs and ensure timely closure.
• Use SAP for purchase transactions where applicable.

Skills

Purchase operations

Vendor management

SAP

Communication

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Job Title: Junior Officer Purchase

Department: Purchase / Procurement
Employment Type: Full-time, Off role
Experience: 1 - 3 years
Salary: 3.50 - 4.25 LPA
Industry: Manufacturing / Paper & Pulp / Industrial Procurement

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Officer Purchase to support procurement activities related to MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations), Capex (Capital Expenditure), and Opex (Operational Expenditure). The candidate should have experience in purchase operations, vendor coordination, quotation evaluation, purchase order processing, and procurement documentation.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day purchase activities for MRO items, Capex requirements, and Opex materials or expenses.
• Coordinate with user departments to understand material and service requirements.
• Obtain quotations from vendors and prepare comparative statements for commercial evaluation.
• Identify suitable vendors based on price, quality, delivery timelines, and payment terms.
• Prepare and process purchase requisitions and purchase orders as per company procedures.
• Follow up with vendors for timely delivery of materials and services.
• Coordinate with stores, maintenance, accounts, and other departments for procurement-related activities.
• Maintain purchase records, vendor documents, quotations, and other procurement-related reports.
• Support vendor registration, vendor evaluation, and price negotiations.
• Track pending purchase orders and ensure timely closure of procurement requirements.
• Use SAP for purchase-related transactions, wherever applicable.

Desired Candidate Profile

• 1-3 years of relevant experience in Purchase / Procurement / Vendor Management.
• Practical exposure to MRO, Capex, and Opex purchasing activities.
• Knowledge of quotation comparison, vendor development, purchase orders, and delivery follow-up.
• Basic understanding of commercial terms, payment terms, and procurement documentation.
• Working knowledge of SAP ERP systems.
• Must Have SAP knowledge.
• Good communication, coordination, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, paper and pulp, or other industrial sectors will be preferred.

Employment Terms

This is an off-role position on the payroll of Talentpro agency, with deployment at the designated client location.

Salary: 3.50 - 4.25 LPA, depending on relevant experience and suitability.