Purchase Assistant

Brainware University; Barasat; On-site; INR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Brainware University is seeking a dedicated Purchase Assistant to oversee procurement operations, ensuring timely and cost-efficient acquisitions of goods and services for the university. The role includes handling requisitions, vendor onboarding, and contract negotiations to support campus operations.

The candidate should bring 3+ years of procurement experience, preferably in an educational setting, and be proficient with ERP systems like SAP, Oracle, or Banner to maintain accurate records and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management is required.
• 3+ years of procurement experience, preferably within an educational institution.

Responsibilities

• Source equipment, supplies, and services.
• Review purchase requisitions for accuracy.
• Coordinate vendor onboarding and evaluation.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms.
• Issue formal purchase orders (POs).
• Track orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Verify received goods against invoices.
• Maintain digital procurement records.
• Ensure compliance with university policies.
• Assist with internal asset audits.

Skills

ERP software

Negotiation

Communication

Mathematical accuracy

Vendor contract law

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Banner

Job description

Job Description: Purchase Assistant

The Purchase Assistant manages procurement operations for the university. This role ensures

timely, cost-effective acquisition of goods and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Source equipment, supplies, and services.
• Review purchase requisitions for accuracy.
• Coordinate vendor onboarding and evaluation.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms.
• Issue formal purchase orders (POs).
• Track orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Verify received goods against invoices.
• Maintain digital procurement records.
• Ensure compliance with university policies.
• Assist with internal asset audits.

Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or Supply Chain

Management.

• 3+ years of procurement experience, preferably within an educational institution.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficient in ERP software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Banner).
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• High level of mathematical accuracy.
• Knowledge of vendor contract law.