Store and Purchase Executive

Corporate Concepts; Chennai District; On-site; INR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Corporate Concepts in Chennai seeks a Stores & Purchase Executive to manage procurement of raw materials and inventory for a furniture manufacturing environment. You will coordinate with Production, Design, Project and Accounts to ensure timely material availability and accurate stock records.

The role emphasizes supplier development, quotation comparison, PO creation, and ERP data integrity to support production schedules and cost control.

Qualifications

• 17+ years of experience in stores and procurement for manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP systems and stock control processes.
• Strong vendor management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to coordinate with production, purchasing and accounts teams.

Responsibilities

• Purchase raw materials and components based on production requirements.
• Source materials such as plywood, MDF, laminates, hardware, and fittings.
• Identify reliable suppliers and obtain quotations for selection.
• Prepare POs and follow up for timely delivery and quality.
• Coordinate with vendors on quantity, specs and delivery schedules.
• Maintain stock records and ensure proper material storage.
• Receive, verify, and issue materials to production as needed.
• Update ERP records and generate purchase and stock reports.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor coordination

Inventory management

ERP software

Education

Bachelor's in Supply Chain / Logistics

Tools

ERP software

Excel

Vendor management system

Job description

Designation: Stores & Purchase Executive Department: Stores & Purchase Industry: Furniture Manufacturing Employment Type: Full-Time Experience: 17 years

Job Summary

We are looking for a Stores & Purchase Executive to manage the procurement of raw materials, hardware, fittings, consumables, and other materials required for furniture manufacturing. The candidate will also be responsible for inventory control, material receiving, stock maintenance, vendor coordination, and ensuring timely availability of materials for production.

Key Responsibilities

Purchase & Procurement

• Purchase raw materials and components required for furniture manufacturing based on production requirements.
• Source materials such as plywood, MDF, wood, laminates, veneers, edge bands, PVC, glass, fabrics, foam, adhesives, paints, hardware, screws, handles, hinges, channels, locks, fittings, and other accessories.
• Identify and develop reliable suppliers and vendors.
• Obtain and compare quotations based on price, quality, specifications, and delivery time.
• Negotiate with suppliers for competitive pricing and favorable payment terms.
• Prepare Purchase Orders (PO) and follow up with vendors for timely delivery.
• Coordinate with vendors regarding material quality, quantity, specifications, and delivery schedules.
• Maintain proper purchase records and vendor details.

Stores & Inventory Management

• Receive and verify materials delivered by suppliers against Purchase Orders and delivery documents.
• Check the quantity, size, specifications, and condition of materials received.
• Maintain accurate stock records for raw materials, hardware, consumables, and finished products.
• Issue materials to the production team based on approved material requirements.
• Monitor minimum and maximum stock levels and raise purchase requirements accordingly.
• Conduct regular physical stock verification and maintain stock accuracy.
• Identify slow-moving, excess, damaged, or shortage materials and report them to management.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and systematic arrangement of materials.

Production Coordination

• Coordinate closely with the Production, Design, Project, and Accounts teams regarding material requirements.
• Ensure required materials are available on time to avoid production delays.
• Review material requirements based on production schedules and pending orders.
• Coordinate urgent purchases whenever required for production.
• Track material consumption and support effective inventory planning.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain Purchase Orders, quotations, invoices, delivery challans, GRNs, stock registers, and other purchase‑related documents.
• Update purchase and inventory details in ERP/software systems.
• Prepare regular purchase, stock, consumption, and pending‑order reports.
• Maintain proper documentation for all incoming and outgoing materials.
• Coordinate with the Accounts team for invoice verification and supplier payments.