Purchase Executive

SRM University NCR; Chennai District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

SRM University NCR in Chennai invites a highly experienced Purchase Executive for Civil & Construction Procurement. You will manage end-to-end sourcing of cement, steel, sand, aggregates, plumbing and electrical materials to support ongoing projects.

The role requires a Diploma in Civil Engineering or BE Civil, 35 years of relevant experience, strong vendor management and Excel/ERP skills, and immediate joining.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Civil Engineering or BE Civil Engineering is mandatory.
• 35 years of relevant experience in Civil/Construction Purchase & Procurement.
• Experience sourcing materials such as cement, steel, sand, aggregates, plumbing, electrical and related items.
• Immediate joiners preferred; candidates without Civil/Construction Purchase experience are not suitable.

Responsibilities

• Handle end-to-end procurement for civil and construction materials.
• Identify, evaluate and develop reliable vendors and suppliers.
• Source quotations, negotiate terms and delivery timelines.
• Prepare purchase orders and ensure timely procurement per project needs.
• Coordinate with project, engineering, stores and accounts for material requirements.
• Ensure materials meet specifications and project timelines.
• Monitor purchase orders and delivery schedules.
• Maintain procurement records and vendor documentation.
• Support cost optimization through vendor negotiation and alternate sourcing.
• Resolve material quality, quantity, delivery and billing issues with vendors.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Communication skills

MS Excel

ERP systems

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering

BE Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Purchase Executive Civil & Construction Procurement

Location: Chennai
Qualification: Diploma in Civil Engineering / B.E. Civil Engineering (Mandatory)
Experience: 35 years
Joining: Immediate Joiners Preferred

Contact: 9884801456

Role & responsibilities

• Handle end-to-end procurement activities for civil and construction-related materials.
• Identify, evaluate and develop reliable vendors and suppliers.
• Source quotations, compare commercial terms and negotiate prices, quality and delivery timelines.
• Prepare purchase orders and ensure timely procurement as per project requirements.
• Coordinate with project, engineering, stores and accounts teams for material requirements and deliveries.
• Ensure materials are procured as per approved specifications, quality standards and project timelines.
• Monitor purchase orders, delivery schedules and pending supplies.
• Maintain proper purchase records, vendor documentation and MIS reports.
• Support cost optimization through effective vendor negotiation and alternate sourcing.
• Resolve material quality, quantity, delivery and billing-related issues with vendors.

Preferred candidate profile

• Diploma in Civil Engineering or B.E. Civil Engineering is mandatory.
• 35 years of relevant experience in Civil / Construction Purchase & Procurement.
• Strong working knowledge of construction materials, specifications and suppliers.
• Experience in sourcing materials such as cement, steel, sand, aggregates, plumbing, electrical, hardware and other construction-related items.
• Good negotiation, vendor management and communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple departments and manage procurement timelines effectively.
• Good knowledge of MS Excel, purchase documentation and basic ERP systems.
• Immediate joiners are strongly preferred.
• Candidates without relevant Civil/Construction Purchase experience are requested not to apply.