Purchase Manager

HECS Private Ltd.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 400,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

HECS Private Ltd. in Chennai, Tamil Nadu is seeking a Purchasing Executive to oversee procurement processes, ensuring cost-effective sourcing and strategic planning. You will manage supplier relationships and supervise the purchasing team to support operations.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field with 1-3 years of experience, proficiency in ERP and MS Office, and strong negotiation and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Typical requirements include a bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in purchasing or supply chain roles, often in manufacturing or related industries.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, Microsoft Office, negotiation, and data analysis skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities are critical for the role.
• Familiarity with vendor management software and market dynamics supports effective decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies, including forecasting demand and negotiating contracts with suppliers.
• Manage supplier relationships, evaluate quality, cost, and reliability of vendors, and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Supervise purchasing staff, process orders, track inventory, and analyze market trends for optimal deals.

Skills

Forecasting

Negotiation

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Vendor management

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management

Bachelor's degree in business administration

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Vendor management software

Job description

A Purchasing executive oversees procurement processes to ensure cost-effective sourcing of goods and services. This role involves strategic planning, vendor management, and team supervision to support organizational operations.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement purchasing strategies, including forecasting demand and negotiating contracts with suppliers.

Manage supplier relationships, evaluate quality, cost, and reliability of vendors, and mitigate supply chain risks.

Supervise purchasing staff, process orders, track inventory, and analyze market trends for optimal deals.

Required Qualifications

Typical requirements include a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.

1-3 years of experience in purchasing or supply chain roles, often in manufacturing or related industries

Proficiency in ERP systems, Microsoft Office, negotiation, and data analysis skills

Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities are critical for the role.

Familiarity with vendor management software and market dynamics supports effective decision-making.