SENIOR MANAGER - PURCHASE

Keka Inc.; Pune District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Keka Inc. in Pune is seeking a Senior Manager – Purchase to lead the procurement function across projects. You will drive end-to-end purchasing, source materials, negotiate with vendors, and ensure timely delivery to support construction activities.

You will mentor the purchase team, optimize supplier networks, and ensure compliance with procurement policies while coordinating with Planning, QS, Billing and Accounts to meet budgets and project timelines.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in Purchase/Procurement.
• Experience in contracting/construction firms is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, vendors, and procurement processes.
• Excellent negotiation and vendor-management skills.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple project teams and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end purchase and procurement activities.
• Develop and manage vendor relationships and supplier networks.
• Handle procurement of construction materials, services, and project requirements.
• Evaluate vendors, negotiate rates, and ensure competitive pricing.
• Manage purchase orders, quotations, comparative statements, and commercial negotiations.
• Coordinate with Project, Planning, QS, Billing, and Accounts teams for timely material procurement.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials as per project requirements.
• Monitor purchase costs, budgets, quality, and delivery schedules.
• Identify new vendors and maintain strong relationships with existing vendors.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and processes.
• Lead and mentor the purchase team.

Skills

15+ years exp

Construction industry

Vendor management

Negotiation

Procurement processes

Multi-project procurement

Team leadership

Job description

Industry Experience: Contracting / Construction Company – Mandatory

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Manager – Purchase to lead and manage the procurement function for our Pune location.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end purchase and procurement activities.
• Develop and manage vendor relationships and supplier networks.
• Handle procurement of construction materials, services, and project requirements.
• Evaluate vendors, negotiate rates, and ensure competitive pricing.
• Manage purchase orders, quotations, comparative statements, and commercial negotiations.
• Coordinate with Project, Planning, QS, Billing, and Accounts teams for timely material procurement.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials as per project requirements.
• Monitor purchase costs, budgets, quality, and delivery schedules.
• Identify new vendors and maintain strong relationships with existing vendors.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and processes.
• Lead and mentor the purchase team.

Candidate Requirements

• 15+ years of relevant experience in Purchase/Procurement.
• Experience in a contracting/construction firm is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, vendors, and procurement processes.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Good commercial understanding and decision-making ability.
• Experience in handling procurement for multiple projects will be preferred.
• Strong communication, coordination, and team management skills.

Required Skills