Purchase Manager

Zodiac HR Consultants; Mumbai Suburban; On-site; INR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Purchase Executive at Zodiac HR Consultants will manage procurement for liquid storage terminal operations, including sourcing, vendor development, cost negotiation, and ensuring timely availability of materials and services to support plant and project operations.

You will procure engineering, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and project-related materials for fabrication of tanks and related facilities, while coordinating with stores, QA/QC, and accounts to maintain material flow and

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement for industrial/tank farm operations.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office; ERP knowledge preferred.
• Understanding of mechanical/chemical item specifications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Experience with vendor development and MIS reporting.

Responsibilities

• Procure engineering, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation materials.
• Handle procurement of plates, paints, steel and metallurgy items.
• Develop reliable vendors and service providers for EPC projects.
• Prepare inquiries, obtain quotes, and compare proposals.
• Coordinate with technical teams to match specs and quality.
• Negotiate prices, terms, and contracts with suppliers.
• Issue POs and track orders for timely delivery.
• Coordinate with stores, QA/QC, accounts for receipt and GRN.
• Maintain vendor records and procurement data in ERP.

Skills

Procurement processes

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

MS Office

ERP systems

Multitasking

Vendor coordination

Tools

SAP

Tally

Oracle

Job description

Role & responsibilities :

The Purchase Executive will be responsible for handling procurement activities related to liquid storage terminal operations, including sourcing, vendor development, cost negotiation, and ensuring timely availability of materials and services to support uninterrupted plant and project operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Procure engineering, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and project-related materials required for fabrication and construction of SS & MS tanks, tank farms, and associated facilities.
• Handle procurement of plates, paints, structural steel, and all metallurgy-related materials as per project specifications.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable vendors and service providers to support EPC project requirements.
• Prepare and float inquiries, obtain quotations, and develop detailed technical-commercial comparison statements.
• Coordinate with the technical/project team to ensure material specifications, service requirements, and quality parameters are met.
• Negotiate prices, delivery terms, payment conditions, and contract terms with vendors to achieve cost-effective procurement.
• Issue purchase orders and track the order status to ensure timely delivery of materials as per project timelines.
• Follow up closely with suppliers for manufacturing progress, dispatch schedules, logistics arrangements, and documentation.
• Coordinate with stores, QA/QC, project, and accounts teams for material receipt, inspection, GRN, and invoice processing.
• Maintain accurate vendor records, procurement data, and material history in the ERP system.
• Ensure strict adherence to company procurement policies, client specifications, and compliance requirements.
• Support vendor audits, capability assessments, and annual vendor performance evaluations.
• Maintain strong knowledge of metallurgy, material grades, standards, and testing requirements related to EPC fabrication activities.
• Prepare and maintain MIS reports, procurement trackers, and documentation using Excel and Word.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization through strategic sourcing, bulk buying, and alternative vendor development.
• Assist the project team in resolving issues related to material shortages, delays, or quality deviations.
• Participate in encouraging suppliers flexibility with Purchasing team and Supply Manager.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Knowledge of procurement processes in industrial / tank farm operations.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems (SAP / Tally / Oracle preferred).
• Good understanding of technical specifications of mechanical and chemical items.
• Ability to multitask and handle procurement for multiple projects simultaneously.
• Team player with strong coordination and follow-up ability.