Store Assistant

Kent Constructions; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Constructions in India is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to manage stock levels, track orders, and update databases with vendor details, dates, and quantities. You will coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and support cost analyses.

The ideal candidate has a degree in logistics or business, hands-on experience with purchasing software and Excel, and strong organizational skills. Freshers to 2 years are welcome for a full-time role based in Kerala.

Qualifications

• Experience as Purchasing Assistant/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.

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, as needed, to confirm or change orders.
• Liaise with warehouse staff to ensure all products arrive in good condition.

Skills

Supply chain procedures

Market research

Organizational skills

Education

B.Sc. in Logistics, Business Administration or relevant field

Tools

Purchasing software

MS Excel

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