Store Assistant

Kent Constructions Pvt. Ltd.; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Constructions Pvt. Ltd. is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support procurement operations in Kerala. You will monitor stock levels, track orders, and update databases with vendor details and invoices. You will also conduct price market research and help negotiate offers to reduce costs.

In this role, strong MS Excel skills, familiarity with purchasing software, and solid organizational abilities are essential to manage records, cost analyses, and supplier follow-ups effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience as Purchasing Assistant or similar role.
• Strong understanding of supply chain processes.
• Hands-on experience with purchasing software.
• Advanced MS Excel skills.
• Knowledge of market research.
• Solid organizational abilities.
• B.Sc. in Logistics or Business Administration or related field.

Responsibilities

• Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs.
• Track orders and ensure timely delivery.
• Update internal databases with order details (dates, vendors, quantities, discounts).
• Conduct market research to identify pricing trends.
• Evaluate offers from vendors and negotiate better prices.
• Prepare cost analyses.
• Maintain updated records of invoices and contracts.
• Follow up with suppliers to confirm or change orders.
• Liaise with warehouse staff to ensure products arrive in good condition.

Skills

MS Excel

Purchasing software

Supply chain procedures

Market research

Organization skills

Education

B.Sc. in Logistics

Business Administration

Tools

Purchasing software

Job description

• Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs
• Track orders and ensure timely delivery
• Update internal databases with order details (dates, vendors, quantities, discounts)
• Conduct market research to identify pricing trends
• Evaluate offers from vendors and negotiate better prices
• Prepare cost analyses
• Maintain updated records of invoices and contracts
• Follow up with suppliers, as needed, to confirm or change orders
• Liaise with warehouse staff to ensure all products arrive in good condition

Requirements and skills

• Work experience as a Purchasing Assistant, Purchasing Officer or similar role
• Good understanding of supply chain procedures
• Hands‑on experience with purchasing software
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel
• Knowledge of market research
• Solid organizational skills
• B.Sc. in Logistics, Business Administration or relevant field

Experience

• Freshers -2 years
• Job Types: Full-time