Purchase Associate

Jobitus; Vapi; On-site; INR 450,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobitus is seeking a Purchase Associate for its Vapi plant to manage daily procurement activities, verify PRs, and coordinate with vendors. You will prepare PO documentation, track deliveries, and ensure compliance with GST and MSME rules. A graduation in any field is required, with 3–5 years’ industry experience preferred.

The role emphasizes cross-functional coordination, data reporting, and effective negotiation to secure favorable terms and timely material delivery.

Qualifications

• Graduation in any field.
• Experience in procurement and supplier management preferred.
• Exposure to GST & MSME compliance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handle daily PRs for plant procurement requirements.
• Verify PRs for specs, quantity, department and requirements.
• Source vendors, obtain quotations, and prepare comparative analyses.

Skills

Procurement Mgmt

Vendor Development

RFQ & Enquiry

Quotation Analysis

Negotiation

PO Management

Capex & Projects

MIS Reporting

GST & MSME Compliance

Excel/ERP

Coordination

Cross Functional

Education

Any Graduation

Tools

ERP Systems

MS Excel

Job description

Position : Purchase Associate

Location : Vapi

Experience: 3 - 5Years

Industries: Chemical

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and manage daily Purchase Requisitions (PRs) for all plant procurement requirements.
• Verify PRs for make/brand, technical specifications, machine/application, quantity, department, and other relevant requirements.
• Identify suitable vendors and send enquiries for quotations.
• Obtain and evaluate vendor quotations and prepare comparative statements.
• Negotiate with suppliers regarding price, payment terms, delivery schedule,quality, and other commercial terms and conditions.
• Prepare Purchase Orders and related DMS documentation and coordinate the approval process. Release approved POs to vendors and obtain order confirmation.
• Prepare and maintain pending PO reports and regularly follow up with vendors for material delivery.
• Coordinate with transporters and vendors to ensure timely movement and receipt of materials.
• Ensure materials are delivered on time and as per approved specifications and quality requirements.
• Provide regular PR and PO status updates to user departments.
• Process and coordinate advance payment requests with Head Office and Accounts.
• Follow up on rejected materials and coordinate with suppliers for replacement and corrective action.
• Review and close unwanted or obsolete pending PRs and POs after confirmation from concerned departments.
• Coordinate with the Accounts Department for outstanding payments and advance payments.
• Manage and coordinate AMC renewals for Vapi, Tarapur, and Silvassa Plants.
• Conduct vendor visits for vendor development and assessment of manufacturing capabilities and processes.
• Prepare periodic MIS reports related to procurement, pending orders, deliveries, and vendor performance.
• Ensure compliance with applicable GST and MSME requirements.

Required Skills

• Purchase & Procurement Management
• Vendor Development & Vendor Management
• RFQ / Enquiry Management
• Quotation Analysis & Comparative Statement Preparation
• Commercial Negotiation
• Purchase Order Management
• Capex & Project Procurement
• Material & Delivery Follow-up
• AMC Management
• MIS Reporting
• GST & MSME Compliance
• Strong Coordination & Communication Skills
• MS Excel / ERP / Purchase Management Software
• Problem Solving and Follow-up Skills
• Cross Functional Coordination

Qualification: Any Graduation

Salary :- Upto 5.00 LPA