Purchase & Inventory Executive

Sakar Robotics Pvt Ltd; Pune District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Sakar Robotics Pvt Ltd in Pune, India, is seeking a proactive Purchase & Inventory Executive to manage procurement activities and maintain accurate inventory records to support seamless manufacturing and project execution. The role requires strong procurement knowledge, vendor management skills, and the ability to negotiate favorable terms while ensuring quality and on-time delivery.

We offer a dynamic, growth-focused environment where ownership is valued and cross-functional collaboration

Qualifications

• Must have hands-on procurement experience from end-to-end processes.
• Experience in inventory planning and stock control.
• Proficient in ERP and data-driven procurement reporting.
• Ability to collaborate with Engineering, Production and Finance.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities including sourcing and PO management.
• Own inventory planning and ensure uninterrupted material availability.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Stores, and Finance to support projects.
• Maintain procurement and inventory records and drive MIS reporting.

Skills

Procurement processes

Vendor relationship management

Inventory planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management

Degree in Operations

Degree in Commerce

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory management software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Education: Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Commerce, or a related field.

Employment Type: Full-time

Reports To: Head of Business Operations

About the Company:

We founded Sakar Robotics to collapse fragmented point solutions into a single extensible mobile manipulation platform. Traditional automation requires bespoke integration per workflow—slow to deploy, rigid to evolve. We built a composable stack where perception, autonomy, manipulation and orchestration cooperate natively.

Guided by field feedback across regulated, high‑mix and throughput‑critical domains, we iterate on production reality—not lab abstractions—building durable leverage for customers.

Our mission is to deliver a unified robotics platform that can be rapidly configured to execute diverse workflows—reducing time‑to‑value, elevating safety, and embedding continuous improvement loops into daily operations.

Role Summary

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Purchase & Inventory Executive to manage procurement activities, maintain accurate inventory records, and ensure timely material availability to support seamless manufacturing and project execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities, including sourcing, vendor management, purchase orders, and timely material procurement.
• Own inventory planning and control by maintaining optimal stock levels and ensuring uninterrupted material availability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, Stores, Finance, and other stakeholders to support project execution and operational efficiency.
• Maintain accurate procurement and inventory records, generate MIS reports, and drive process compliance and continuous improvement.

Must-Have Skills:

• Strong understanding of procurement processes, sourcing, and vendor relationship management.
• Hands-on experience in inventory planning, stock control, and material availability management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/Inventory Management systems for procurement, reporting, and data analysis.

Good-to-Have Skills:

• Experience working in a manufacturing, automation, or robotics environment.
• Ability to negotiate with vendors and evaluate suppliers based on cost, quality, and delivery.
• Knowledge of supply chain, warehouse operations, and inventory optimization practices.

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication and coordination
• Ownership and accountability
• Problem-solving and proactive approach
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Team collaboration and positive attitude

We’re excited to meet passionate people who love taking ownership and growing fast!