Purchase Executive

Dadus; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Dadus is seeking a Purchase Executive to support procurement for FMCG manufacturing, ensuring timely sourcing of raw materials, packaging, and consumables. You will coordinate with vendors, process POs, monitor inventory, and negotiate costs to maintain uninterrupted production.

This role requires 2–5 years in FMCG procurement, a relevant degree, and experience with ERP/SAP and MS Excel. You will collaborate with Production, QA, Stores, Planning, and Finance to optimize procurement and

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in purchase/procurement in FMCG manufacturing.
• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Engineering.
• Diploma/Certification in Materials Management or Supply Chain preferred.
• Experience in raw material and packaging procurement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day procurement activities for raw materials, packaging materials, consumables, and indirect purchases.
• Generate and process Purchase Orders (POs) based on approved purchase requisitions.
• Ensure timely procurement to avoid production interruptions.
• Compare quotations and prepare comparative statements for supplier evaluation.
• Follow up with suppliers for timely deliveries.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers/vendors.
• Coordinate with vendors regarding pricing, delivery schedules, and quality issues.
• Assist in identifying and developing new vendors.
• Maintain updated vendor database and records.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate with stores and production teams.
• Ensure optimum inventory levels to avoid shortages or excess stock.
• Track slow-moving and non-moving inventory items.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules with vendors.
• Support cost reduction initiatives and alternate sourcing activities.
• Analyze market rates and material cost trends.
• Maintain procurement records, purchase files, and contracts.
• Update purchase transactions in ERP/SAP systems.
• Ensure proper documentation for audits and compliance.
• Work closely with Production, QA, Stores, Planning, and Finance departments.
• Coordinate material requirements according to production plans.
• Resolve procurement-related issues promptly.
• Ensure procured materials meet quality standards and specifications.
• Follow company procurement policies and statutory compliance requirements.
• Support ISO/GMP/FSSC documentation and audit requirements.
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly purchase reports.
• Track pending orders, supplier performance, and delivery status.
• Maintain records of price comparisons and procurement savings.

Skills

Purchase order management

Vendor management

Negotiation skills

Inventory control

ERP/SAP knowledge

MS Excel proficiency

Communication and coordination

Analytical and documentation

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Engineering

Diploma/Certification in Materials Management or Supply Chain

Tools

ERP/SAP

Job description

FMCG Manufacturing Purchase Executive Roles & Responsibilities

Position Title

Purchase Executive

Department

Procurement / Purchase / Supply Chain

Reporting To

Purchase Manager / Purchase Head

Job Summary

The Purchase Executive is responsible for supporting procurement activities for FMCG manufacturing operations by ensuring timely sourcing and purchasing of raw materials, packaging materials, engineering items, and consumables. The role involves vendor coordination, purchase order processing, inventory monitoring, price negotiation, and maintaining uninterrupted material supply for production.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Procurement & Purchasing

• Handle day-to-day procurement activities for raw materials, packaging materials, consumables, and indirect purchases.
• Generate and process Purchase Orders (POs) based on approved purchase requisitions.
• Ensure timely procurement to avoid production interruptions.
• Compare quotations and prepare comparative statements for supplier evaluation.
• Follow up with suppliers for timely deliveries.

Vendor Coordination

• Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers/vendors.
• Coordinate with vendors regarding pricing, delivery schedules, and quality issues.
• Assist in identifying and developing new vendors.
• Maintain updated vendor database and records.

Inventory Monitoring

• Monitor stock levels and coordinate with stores and production teams.
• Ensure optimum inventory levels to avoid shortages or excess stock.
• Track slow-moving and non-moving inventory items.

Cost Control & Negotiation

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules with vendors.
• Support cost reduction initiatives and alternate sourcing activities.
• Analyze market rates and material cost trends.

Documentation & ERP Management

• Maintain procurement records, purchase files, and contracts.
• Update purchase transactions in ERP/SAP systems.
• Ensure proper documentation for audits and compliance.

Coordination with Internal Departments

• Work closely with Production, QA, Stores, Planning, and Finance departments.
• Coordinate material requirements according to production plans.
• Resolve procurement-related issues promptly.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure procured materials meet quality standards and specifications.
• Follow company procurement policies and statutory compliance requirements.
• Support ISO/GMP/FSSC documentation and audit requirements.

Reporting & MIS

• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly purchase reports.
• Track pending orders, supplier performance, and delivery status.
• Maintain records of price comparisons and procurement savings.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Engineering.
• Diploma/Certification in Materials Management or Supply Chain preferred.

Experience

• 2–5 years of experience in purchase/procurement in FMCG manufacturing.
• Experience in raw material and packaging procurement preferred.

Key Skills

• Purchase order management
• Vendor management
• Negotiation skills
• Inventory control
• ERP/SAP knowledge
• MS Excel proficiency
• Communication and coordination skills
• Analytical and documentation skills
• Time management

Preferred Industry Exposure

• Food Processing
• Beverages
• Personal Care
• Home Care Products
• Dairy
• Consumer Goods Manufacturing