Senior Purchase Executive

Delhi Waste Management Najafgarh; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Delhi Waste Management Najafgarh seeks a Sr. Purchase Executive with solid waste management experience to lead procurement of vehicle parts and related supplies.

You will source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers for LMV and HMV parts, maintaining a reliable vendor base and ensuring cost-effective, quality-compliant purchases. You will coordinate with maintenance and operations to forecast demand, monitor stock levels, and drive process improvements while ensuring regulatory and policy

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in procurement, preferably in solid waste management, logistics, or fleet operations.
• Strong knowledge of LMV and HMV spare parts, components, and maintenance requirements.
• Experience in sourcing automotive parts, including engines, hydraulics, electricals, and body components.
• Excellent negotiation, vendor management, and contract management skills.
• Familiarity with ERP/ Microsoft Dynamic and procurement software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for vehicle spare parts, equipment, and consumables used in solid waste management operations.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers and vendors for LMV and HMV parts to ensure cost-effectiveness and quality compliance.
• Develop and maintain a reliable vendor base for automotive components, including OEMs and aftermarket suppliers.
• Ensure timely procurement to support uninterrupted fleet operations and maintenance schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with maintenance and operations teams to forecast demand accurately.
• Analyse market trends, pricing, and supply risks to optimize procurement strategies.
• Prepare purchase orders, contracts, and agreements in line with company policies.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, company policies, and audit requirements.
• Track and evaluate supplier performance based on quality, delivery timelines, and cost.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement in procurement processes.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, documentation, and reporting systems.

Skills

Vendor management

Negotiation

Contract management

Procurement software

ERP / Microsoft Dynamics

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Strategic sourcing

Inventory planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

ERP / Microsoft Dynamics

Procurement software

Job description

Job Title: Sr. Purchase Executive Solid Waste Management

Location: Mumbai Andheri
Department: Procurement / Supply Chain

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Procurement / Purchase Manager with a strong background in the solid waste management sector. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in sourcing and purchasing spare parts and components for LMV (Light Motor Vehicles) and HMV (Heavy Motor Vehicles), along with a deep understanding of vendor management, cost optimization, and inventory control.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for vehicle spare parts, equipment, and consumables used in solid waste management operations.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers and vendors for LMV and HMV parts to ensure cost-effectiveness and quality compliance.
• Develop and maintain a reliable vendor base for automotive components, including OEMs and aftermarket suppliers.
• Ensure timely procurement to support uninterrupted fleet operations and maintenance schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with maintenance and operations teams to forecast demand accurately.
• Analyse market trends, pricing, and supply risks to optimize procurement strategies.
• Prepare purchase orders, contracts, and agreements in line with company policies.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, company policies, and audit requirements.
• Track and evaluate supplier performance based on quality, delivery timelines, and cost.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement in procurement processes.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, documentation, and reporting systems.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in procurement, preferably in solid waste management, logistics, or fleet operations.
• Strong knowledge of LMV and HMV spare parts, components, and maintenance requirements.
• Experience in sourcing automotive parts, including engines, hydraulics, electricals, and body components.
• Excellent negotiation, vendor management, and contract management skills.
• Familiarity with ERP/ Microsoft Dynamic and procurement software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with municipal solid waste management companies or fleet-heavy operations.
• Technical understanding of vehicle maintenance and lifecycle management.
• Certification in procurement or supply chain (e.g., CPSM, CSCP) is a plus.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Sourcing
• Cost Optimization
• Vendor Development
• Inventory Planning
• Compliance & Documentation
• Operational Coordination