Walk-in | Construction Purchase Manager

buildAhome; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

BuildAhome is seeking an experienced Assistant Purchase Manager to lead end-to-end procurement for building and construction materials. The role demands strong knowledge of materials, market pricing, vendors, negotiation, and project material planning.

You will manage procurement across cement, steel, tiles, doors, paints and finishing components, ensuring quality, timely supply and optimal cost. The candidate should have 7–15 years of relevant experience and a degree of any discipline.

Qualifications

• Experience in end-to-end procurement for building/construction materials.
• Strong knowledge of market pricing, vendors and manufacturers.
• Proficiency in negotiation and obtaining approvals for POs.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement of cement, steel, bricks, sand, tiles and finishing materials.
• Ensure right quality, quantity, source, price and timely supply against project needs.
• Identify and develop reliable vendors and direct manufacturers for bulk procurement.
• Maintain knowledge of current market prices, availability and sourcing locations.
• Obtain quotations, compare prices, negotiate terms and manage POs.

Skills

Procurement management

Construction materials

Vendor negotiation

Purchase orders (POs)

GST knowledge

Cost reduction

Material planning

Supply chain coordination

Education

Any Degree

Job description

BUILD A HOME JOB DESCRIPTION

Assistant Purchase Manager – Purchase & Procurement

Industry: Turnkey Residential Construction
Location: Bangalore | Experience: 7–15 Years
Education: Any Degree

ROLE SUMMARY

BuildAhome is looking for a smart, commercially strong and result-oriented Assistant Purchase Manager with hands‑on experience in end‑to‑end procurement of building and construction materials. The candidate must have strong knowledge of construction materials, market pricing, vendors, manufacturers, negotiation and project material planning.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage end‑to‑end procurement of Cement, Steel/TMT, Bricks/Blocks, Sand, Aggregates, Tiles, Doors, Paints, Plumbing, Electrical, Sanitaryware, Waterproofing and finishing materials.
• Understand the purpose, application, specifications and quality requirements of materials and ensure the right quality, quantity, source, price and timely supply.
• Identify and develop reliable vendors, dealers, distributors and direct manufacturers/industries for regular and bulk procurement.
• Maintain strong knowledge of current market prices, material availability, suppliers and sourcing locations.
• Obtain quotations, prepare price comparisons, negotiate rates/commercial terms, obtain approvals and manage Purchase Orders (POs).
• Drive cost reduction through negotiation, bulk purchasing, direct sourcing, alternate vendors and better commercial terms.
• Coordinate with project/site teams for material planning and ensure on‑time supply to avoid project delays, shortages and escalations.
• Track orders and delivery commitments and arrange backup sources/plans for critical or delayed materials.
• Manage vendor registration, evaluation, performance and supplier relationships.
• Handle high‑value/high‑volume transactions with proper verification of quantities, rates, specifications, GST, invoices, delivery documents and POs.
• Coordinate with Accounts/Finance for payment follow‑ups, invoice issues and commercial settlements.
• Follow the complete purchase/procurement lifecycle with proper documentation.

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• 7–15 years of relevant Purchase/Procurement experience in Construction/Turnkey/Real Estate projects.
• Strong hands‑on experience in building/construction materials is mandatory.
• Excellent knowledge of material applications, specifications, quality, market rates and sourcing methods.
• Strong network of construction material vendors and manufacturers, including direct industries for bulk procurement.
• Strong price negotiation, commercial analysis, cost reduction and vendor management skills.
• Good knowledge of GST calculations, PO management, purchase documentation and procurement processes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, large‑value transactions and time‑critical requirements.
• Strong analytical thinking, verification, follow‑up, time‑management and problem‑solving skills.
• Smart, proactive, commercially intelligent and capable of making quick, practical procurement decisions.

PREFERRED BACKGROUND

Candidates from Turnkey Construction, Residential Construction, Real Estate, Builders, Contractors or similar construction organizations with strong building‑material procurement experience will be preferred.

Not Suitable: Candidates whose primary procurement experience is in manufacturing, automobile, electronics, FMCG, IT or other non‑construction industries.

INTERVIEW DETAILS

Date: 26 August 2026 onwards
Time: Anytime between 11:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Location: #13, 4th Floor, CRN Chambers, Kasturba Rd, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka – 560001