Purchase Executive : Andheri E : Sal 5 LPA

Jobspothr; Mumbai; On-site; INR 450,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Client in Mumbai seeks a seasoned Purchase Executive to manage procurement for corporate catering operations. The role involves sourcing ingredients, kitchen supplies, and packaging materials while ensuring quality and timely delivery.

You will negotiate with suppliers, maintain vendor relationships, and coordinate with Operations, Finance, and Stores to optimize costs and supply continuity.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and vendor management for catering or hospitality operations.
• Ability to source ingredients, packaging materials and consumables with cost control.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day procurement activities for food, beverages, kitchen supplies, consumables, and operational materials.
• Source and evaluate suppliers based on quality, price, reliability, and delivery capabilities.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, credit periods, and delivery schedules.
• Prepare purchase orders and maintain proper procurement documentation.
• Monitor purchase orders, deliveries, pending orders, and supplier commitments.

Skills

Procurement Management

Vendor Management

Negotiation Skills

Catering Procurement

Market Knowledge

Coordination

Documentation

MS Excel

Education

Graduate

Tools

Purchase/Inventory systems

Job description

Our Client a market leader in Corporate Catering Services, providing catering solutions to major corporate houses needs -

Post : Purchase Executive
Location : Kondivita, Andheri E, Mumbai
Qualification : Graduate

Experience : 5 Years
Salary : 5 LPA No constraint for the right candidate

Job Profile

Or Client is looking for an experienced Purchase Executive to manage procurement activities for corporate catering operations. The candidate will be responsible for sourcing food ingredients, kitchen supplies, consumables, packaging materials, and other operational requirements while ensuring quality, availability, competitive pricing, and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day procurement activities for food, beverages, kitchen supplies, consumables, and operational materials.
• Source and evaluate suppliers based on quality, price, reliability, and delivery capabilities.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, credit periods, and delivery schedules.
• Compare quotations and negotiate with vendors to achieve cost-effective procurement.
• Ensure timely availability of raw materials as per operational requirements.
• Coordinate with Operations, Kitchen, Stores, and Finance teams regarding purchase requirements.
• Prepare purchase orders and maintain proper procurement documentation.
• Monitor purchase orders, deliveries, pending orders, and supplier commitments.
• Ensure purchased materials meet required quality and food safety standards.
• Monitor market prices and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Support vendor evaluation, onboarding, and periodic performance reviews.
• Resolve issues related to quality, shortages, delays, damages, and incorrect deliveries.
• Maintain procurement records and prepare purchase-related reports for management.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and approval procedures.

Key Skills & Requirements

Procurement Management: Strong understanding of purchasing processes and vendor management.

Vendor Management: Ability to develop and maintain relationships with suppliers.

Negotiation Skills: Strong commercial negotiation and cost-control skills.

Catering Procurement: Experience in purchasing food ingredients, kitchen materials, FMCG products, or hospitality supplies is preferred.

Market Knowledge: Good understanding of market prices and supplier networks.

Coordination: Strong coordination with Operations, Stores, Kitchen, Accounts, and Management teams.

Documentation: Good knowledge of purchase orders, quotations, invoices, and procurement records.

Computer Skills: Proficiency in MS Excel and purchase/inventory management systems.