Purchase Assistant

Sterling Customer Experience; Mumbai Suburban; On-site; INR 391,000 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Customer Experience in Mumbai is seeking a Purchase Coordinator to support the procurement team. You will obtain supplier quotations, prepare price and delivery comparisons, and assist with purchase orders after approval.

The role requires strong Excel skills, familiarity with email/documentation, and basic numerical ability. ERP experience is an advantage, and good communication and attention to detail are essential in a manufacturing/chemical context.

Qualifications

• Graduate preferred; relevant experience in purchase/procurement or vendor coordination is preferred; strong entry-level applicants may be considered.
• Working knowledge of Excel, email and documentation; ERP experience is an advantage.
• Good communication, follow-up, basic numerical ability and attention to detail; manufacturing or chemicals exposure is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Obtain supplier quotations for raw materials, packaging and office/production supplies; prepare price and delivery comparisons.
• Assist with purchase orders after approval; check item specifications, quantities, rates and delivery terms.
• Follow up with suppliers for dispatch and delivery; coordinate requirements with factory, stores and accounts teams.
• Maintain purchase records, vendor details and pending-order trackers in Excel or the company system.
• Check purchase invoices against orders and received quantities; coordinate discrepancies, shortages and returns.
• Assist with supplier sourcing, negotiation and approved payment follow-ups; escalates delays promptly.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Numerical ability

Education

Graduate

Tools

ERP system

Email/Documentation tools

Job description

Location Borivali West office, Mumbai

Employment Full-time | Work from office

Salary 35,000-50,000 per month, depending on experience and interview

Support the purchase team in sourcing materials, coordinating with suppliers and ensuring timely availability of approved materials and supplies.

Key responsibilities

• Obtain supplier quotations for raw materials, packaging and office/production supplies; prepare price and delivery comparisons.
• Assist with purchase orders after approval; check item specifications, quantities, rates and agreed delivery terms.
• Follow up with suppliers for dispatch and delivery; coordinate requirements with the factory, stores and accounts teams.
• Maintain purchase records, vendor details and pending-order trackers in Excel or the company system.
• Check purchase invoices against orders and received quantities; coordinate discrepancies, shortages and returns.
• Assist with supplier sourcing, negotiation and approved payment follow-ups; escalates delays promptly.

Candidate requirements

• Graduate preferred. Relevant experience in purchase, procurement or vendor coordination is preferred; strong entry-level applicants may be considered.
• Working knowledge of Excel, email and documentation; ERP experience is an advantage.
• Good communication, follow-up, basic numerical ability and attention to detail. Manufacturing or chemicals exposure is an advantage.

Employment terms and conditions

• Full-time, office-based role. Regular attendance, punctuality and professional conduct are required.
• Leave, holidays, attendance and benefits will follow company policy and applicable requirements; details will be communicated at joining.
• Salary, probation, notice period and other appointment terms must be confirmed in the written offer before joining.
• Company pricing, supplier/customer records and business information must remain confidential. Proper records and handover are required.
• Selection is subject to management interview, document verification and written approval. No joining commitment may be made without approval.