Purchase Executive

South Asian Foods Corporation; Chennai District, Thiruvallur District; On-site; INR 400,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

South Asian Foods Corporation is seeking a proactive Purchase Executive to manage procurement for FMCG operations in Chennai. You will source materials, negotiate with vendors, and ensure timely procurement while maintaining quality and cost targets.

The role requires 2–4 years in procurement, proficiency in Excel/ERP, and strong negotiation skills. Hindi proficiency is mandatory; candidates will coordinate with production, warehouse, and accounts teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2–4 years in procurement, preferably FMCG.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP systems.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Hindi speaking is required.
• Ability to manage multiple suppliers independently.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate reliable suppliers and vendors.
• Procure raw materials, packaging, and consumables.
• Obtain quotes, compare prices, negotiate terms.
• Generate purchase orders per company requirements.
• Monitor inventory and coordinate with production/warehouse.
• Ensure timely delivery and follow up on orders.
• Maintain procurement records and vendor databases.
• Evaluate supplier performance on quality, cost, delivery.
• Coordinate with accounts for invoice verification and payment.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies.
• Analyze purchasing trends and identify cost-reduction opportunities.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Independent work

Vendor management

Hindi language

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management

Tools

MS Excel

ERP software

Job description

PURCHASE EXECUTIVE Role & responsibilities

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Purchase Manager/Purchase Executive to manage procurement activities for our FMCG operations. The candidate will be responsible for sourcing materials, negotiating with vendors, ensuring timely procurement, maintaining inventory levels, and optimizing purchasing costs while ensuring quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable suppliers and vendors.
• Procure raw materials, packaging materials, consumables, and other operational requirements.
• Obtain quotations, compare prices, and negotiate favorable terms with suppliers.
• Generate and process Purchase Orders (POs) as per company requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with production and warehouse teams to avoid stock shortages.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials and follow up on pending orders.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, vendor databases, and purchase documentation.
• Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, cost, and delivery timelines.
• Coordinate with accounts for invoice verification and payment processing.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.
• Analyze purchasing trends and identify opportunities for cost reduction.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in procurement/purchasing, preferably in the FMCG sector.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, inventory management, and vendor management.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP software.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple suppliers simultaneously.
• Hindi speaking must.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in FMCG raw material and packaging procurement.
• Knowledge of inventory planning and demand forecasting.
• Familiarity with GST documentation and purchase-related compliance.
• Strong vendor relationship management skills.

Role: Procurement / Purchase Manager Industry Type: FMCG Department: Procurement & Supply Chain Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Role Category: Procurement & Purchase Education UG: Diploma in Any Specialization

Key Skills

Skills highlighted with ‘ are preferred keyskills Purchase PlanningMaterial ProcurementPurchase ManagementRaw Material Procurement PurchaseVendor DevelopmentVendor NegotiationSourcing