Purchase Manager

Ondoor Concepts Pvt. Ltd.; Bhopal; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

On Door Concepts Limited is seeking an experienced Purchase Manager for FMCG/Grocery Retail to oversee end-to-end procurement, supplier development and price negotiation within a dynamic retail environment.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in FMCG purchasing, strong supplier networks, and expertise in margins, schemes and inventory management to ensure stock availability and competitive buying.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Commerce, Business Administration, Supply Chain or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in FMCG Purchase / Procurement.
• Experience in FMCG Retail, Grocery Retail, Trading, Distribution or Wholesale will be preferred.
• Prior experience with leading organized retail / grocery / quick-commerce companies such as Blinkit, Spencers, BigBasket, DMart, Reliance Retail, Instamart or similar organizations will be highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement of FMCG and grocery products for retail operations.
• Source products from manufacturers, authorized distributors, super-stockists and wholesalers.
• Develop and maintain relationships with FMCG companies, principals, distributors and suppliers.
• Negotiate purchase prices, margins, schemes, discounts, credit periods, freight and payment terms.
• Compare supplier rates and market prices to ensure competitive and profitable buying.
• Identify new brands, SKUs and products based on market demand and margins.
• Prepare purchase plans based on sales trends, stock levels and demand forecasting.
• Ensure uninterrupted availability of fast-moving and high-demand SKUs.
• Monitor stock ageing, expiry, near-expiry and slow-moving inventory; take corrective action.
• Negotiate special schemes, discounts and liquidation deals for slow-moving inventory.
• Coordinate with Sales, Warehouse, Accounts and Management for procurement planning.
• Verify supplier invoices, purchase rates, schemes, discounts and credit notes.
• Ensure purchases are made only from reliable and approved suppliers.
• Maintain updated records of supplier rates, schemes, product lists, MOQ and credit terms.
• Track market trends, competitor pricing and FMCG price movements.
• Evaluate and onboard new suppliers after commercial and operational evaluation.
• Develop alternate suppliers to minimize procurement risk.
• Monitor supplier performance regarding price, quality, availability and delivery timelines.
• Ensure timely delivery of purchased goods to the warehouse.
• Resolve issues related to shortages, damages, expiry, incorrect billing and rate differences.
• Work closely with the Sales team to understand SKU-wise demand and market requirements.

Skills

FMCG Purchasing

Procurement Management

Vendor Management

Price Negotiation

Purchase Planning

Inventory Management

Category Buying

MS Excel

MIS

Google Sheets

Supply Chain

Negotiation Skills

Distributor Network

SKU Management

Education

Graduate in Commerce

Business Administration

Supply Chain Qualification

Tools

MS Excel

Google Sheets

MIS

Purchase Reporting

Job description

Purchase Manager FMCG / Grocery Retail

Location: Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh

Department: Purchase / Procurement

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Experience: 10+ Years

Salary: 15-18 LPA

Job Highlights

• 10+ years of experience in FMCG Purchase / Procurement, preferably in Grocery Retail, FMCG Trading, Distribution or Wholesale.
• Strong existing FMCG supplier/vendor network will be highly preferred.
• Prior experience with leading organized retail / grocery / quick-commerce companies such as Blinkit, Spencers, BigBasket, DMart, Reliance Retail, Instamart or similar organizations will be highly preferred.
• Expertise in supplier sourcing, price negotiation, purchase planning, margins, schemes, credit terms and inventory management.
• Strong understanding of FMCG market pricing, supplier schemes, stock rotation and product availability.

Job Summary

On Door Concepts Limited is looking for an experienced Purchase Manager FMCG / Grocery Retail to manage end-to-end procurement for its retail business. The candidate will be responsible for supplier development, sourcing, price negotiation, purchase planning, margins, schemes, credit terms, inventory availability, stock rotation and supplier relationship management. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of the FMCG and grocery market along with an established network of manufacturers, distributors, super-stockists, wholesalers and food suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement of FMCG and grocery products for retail operations.
• Source products from manufacturers, authorized distributors, super-stockists and wholesalers.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with FMCG companies, principals, distributors and suppliers.
• Negotiate purchase prices, margins, schemes, discounts, credit periods, freight and payment terms.
• Compare supplier rates and market prices to ensure competitive and profitable buying.
• Identify new brands, SKUs and products based on market demand, sales potential and margins.
• Prepare purchase plans based on sales trends, stock levels, demand forecasting and inventory turnover.
• Ensure uninterrupted availability of fast-moving and high-demand SKUs.
• Monitor stock ageing, expiry, near-expiry and slow-moving inventory and take corrective action.
• Negotiate special schemes, discounts and liquidation deals for slow-moving or short-dated inventory.
• Coordinate with Sales, Warehouse, Accounts and Management for procurement planning.
• Verify supplier invoices, purchase rates, schemes, discounts and credit notes.
• Ensure purchases are made only from reliable and approved suppliers.
• Maintain updated records of supplier rates, schemes, product lists, MOQ and credit terms.
• Track market trends, competitor pricing and FMCG price movements.
• Evaluate and onboard new suppliers after commercial and operational evaluation.

• Develop alternate suppliers to minimize supply dependency and procurement risk.
• Monitor supplier performance regarding price, quality, availability and delivery timelines.
• Ensure timely delivery of purchased goods to the warehouse.
• Resolve issues related to shortages, damages, expiry, incorrect billing and rate differences.
• Work closely with the Sales team to understand SKU-wise demand and market requirements.

Product Categories

• Packaged Foods
• Biscuits & Bakery Products
• Snacks & Namkeen
• Beverages
• Edible Oils
• Rice, Flour, Pulses & Grains
• Spices & Dry Foods
• Dairy Products
• Frozen Foods
• Sauces, Condiments & Ready-to-Eat Products
• Personal Care Products
• Home Care Products
• Cleaning Products
• Other FMCG Categories

Qualification & Experience

• Graduate in Commerce, Business Administration, Supply Chain or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in FMCG Purchase / Procurement.
• Experience in FMCG Retail, Grocery Retail, Trading, Distribution or Wholesale will be preferred.
• Prior experience with leading organized retail / grocery / quick-commerce companies such as Blinkit, Spencers, BigBasket, DMart, Reliance Retail, Instamart or similar organizations will be highly preferred.
• Strong existing FMCG supplier/vendor network is highly preferred.
• Proven experience in negotiating with manufacturers, distributors, super-stockists and wholesalers.
• Strong knowledge of FMCG pricing, margins, schemes, promotions and market dynamics.
• Good knowledge of MS Excel / Google Sheets, MIS and purchase reporting.
• Strong negotiation, vendor management, analytical and decision-making skills.

Naukri Profile Details

• Role: Purchase Manager / Procurement Manager
• Industry Type: FMCG / Retail
• Department: Procurement & Supply Chain
• Role Category: Procurement & Purchase
• Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
• Education: UG Any Graduate

Key Skills

FMCG Purchase, FMCG Procurement, Purchase Manager, Procurement Manager, Grocery Purchase, Retail Procurement, FMCG Buying, Vendor Management, Vendor Development, Supplier Management, Purchase Planning, Material Procurement, Purchase Operations, Buying, Purchase Negotiation, Price Negotiation, Vendor Negotiation, FMCG Distribution, FMCG Trading, Grocery Retail, Inventory Management, Stock Management, Margin Management, Trade Schemes, Supplier Network, Super Stockist, Distributor Management, Wholesale Purchase, Category Buying, Procurement Operations, Supply Chain, MIS, Excel