Purchasing Executive

Whole9yards Online LLP; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 1,079,136 - 3,237,410; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Kolkata is seeking a Purchasing Executive to develop and execute purchasing strategies. Responsibilities include tracking key metrics to reduce expenses and managing vendor relationships. Candidates should have a minimum of 6 years of experience, strong negotiation skills, and a BS degree in supply chain management. This is a full-time position at the mid-senior level, offering a salary range of $12,000 to $36,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience as a Purchasing Executive.
• Proven experience in sourcing and vendor management.
• Ability to forecast price and market trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute purchasing strategies.
• Track key functional metrics to reduce expenses.
• Partner with stakeholders for clear documentation.

Skills

Negotiation and networking

Data analysis

Vendor management

Leadership

Education

BS degree in supply chain management

Tools

Vendor management software

Job description

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

• Develop, lead, and execute purchasing strategies
• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve the effectiveness
• Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation
• Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power
• Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking
• Assess, manage, and mitigate risks
• Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers
• Determine quantity and timing of deliveries
• Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand

Requirements and skills:

• Should have min 6 years of experience
• Proven working experience as a Purchasing Executive
• Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management
• Interest in market dynamics along with a business sense
• A knack for negotiation and networking
• Working experience in vendor management software
• Ability to gather and analyze data and to work with figures
• Solid judgment along with decision‑making skills
• Strong leadership capabilities
• BS degree in supply chain management, logistics, or business administration

Loc - Kolkata

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Business Development and Sales

Industries

Retail

Greater Kolkata Area $12,000.00-$36,000.00 1 month ago