Purchase Executive

Enlighten Schola; Vadodara; On-site; INR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Enlighten Schola is seeking a proactive Purchasing Officer to manage supplier relationships, negotiate terms, and oversee procurement from requisition to delivery. You will also monitor inventories and maintain precise purchase records.

The role requires experience in procurement, strong negotiation and analytical abilities, and proficiency with MS Office and ERP systems. Join a dynamic team committed to quality and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Experience: Proven experience as purchasing officer, agent, or in a similar role.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office and purchasing software/ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
• Soft Skills: Strong negotiation, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and select reliable vendors based on price, quality, and delivery speed.
• Negotiate contract terms, pricing, and agreements to achieve cost savings.
• Generate purchase orders, process requisitions, and track orders from initiation to delivery.
• Monitor stock levels to prevent shortages, ensuring optimal inventory turnover.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, invoices, and supplier documentation.
• Ensure delivered products meet company specifications and quality standards.
• Stay informed about industry trends, new products, and pricing changes.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management

Tools

MS Office

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Supplier Management:Source, evaluate, and select reliable vendors based on price, quality, and delivery speed.
• Negotiation:Negotiate contract terms, pricing, and agreements to achieve cost savings.
• Procurement Process:Generate purchase orders, process requisitions, and track orders from initiation to delivery.
• Inventory Control:Monitor stock levels to prevent shortages, ensuring optimal inventory turnover.
• Record Keeping:Maintain accurate records of purchases, invoices, and supplier documentation.
• Quality Assurance:Ensure delivered products meet company specifications and quality standards.
• Market Research:Stay informed about industry trends, new products, and pricing changes.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education:Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Experience:Proven experience as a purchasing officer, agent, or in a similar role.
• Technical Skills:Proficiency in MS Office and purchasing software/ERP systems (e.g., SAP,).
• Soft Skills:Strong negotiation, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Common Performance Indicators

• Cost savings achieved.
• Supplier performance and delivery timeliness.
• Accuracy of purchase documentation and inventory records.
• Internal user satisfaction with purchased materials