Purchase Assistant

Skynet Placements & Outsourcing Services; Vadodara; On-site; INR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Skynet Placements & Outsourcing Services in Vadodara (Gujarat) seeks a Purchase Assistant to support procurement, coordinate with suppliers, and ensure timely material availability for production. You will prepare POs, obtain quotes, track orders, and maintain records in ERP/MRP systems.

The ideal candidate has 2-3 years' experience, a graduate or diploma in supply chain or related field, and strong MS Excel and communication skills to thrive in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate or Diploma in Supply Chain, Materials Management, or related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in Purchase or Procurement within a manufacturing company.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP software and advanced MS Excel.
• Good communication, coordination, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in procurement of raw materials, consumables, and engineering items.
• Prepare and process Purchase Orders (POs) as per approved purchase requisitions.
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Obtain quotations and compare prices from multiple vendors.
• Coordinate with the Stores, Production, and Accounts departments for smooth procurement activities.
• Maintain purchase records, vendor details, and procurement documentation.
• Track pending orders and resolve delivery-related issues with suppliers.
• Update procurement data in ERP/MRP systems and maintain accurate records.
• Support vendor evaluation and development activities.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.

Skills

Purchase & Procurement

Vendor Coordination

PO Processing

RFQ & Quotation Comparison

Vendor Follow-up

MS Excel

Documentation & Record Keeping

Communication & Negotiation

Inventory Coordination

Education

Graduate / Diploma in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP Software

Job description

Job Title: Purchase Assistant

Location: Vadodara, Gujarat

Experience: 2-3 Years

Qualification: Graduate (B.Com/BBA/B.Sc.) or Diploma in Supply Chain, Materials Management, or a related field

Job Summary

We are hiring a Purchase Assistant for a leading manufacturing company. The role involves supporting the procurement team in sourcing materials, coordinating with vendors, preparing purchase orders, and ensuring the timely availability of materials for production.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in procurement of raw materials, consumables, and engineering items.
• Prepare and process Purchase Orders (POs) as per approved purchase requisitions.
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Obtain quotations and compare prices from multiple vendors.
• Coordinate with the Stores, Production, and Accounts departments for smooth procurement activities.
• Maintain purchase records, vendor details, and procurement documentation.
• Track pending orders and resolve delivery-related issues with suppliers.
• Update procurement data in ERP/MRP systems and maintain accurate records.
• Support vendor evaluation and development activities.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.

Key Skills

• Purchase & Procurement
• Vendor Coordination
• Purchase Order (PO) Processing
• RFQ & Quotation Comparison
• Vendor Follow-up
• ERP/MRP Software
• MS Excel
• Documentation & Record Keeping
• Communication & Negotiation
• Inventory Coordination

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Graduate or Diploma in a relevant discipline.
• 2-3 years of experience in Purchase or Procurement within a manufacturing company.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP software and advanced MS Excel.
• Good communication, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Industry Preference: Manufacturing / Engineering / Industrial Equipment / Process Equipment