The Purchase Executive is responsible for executing procurement activities by sourcing, evaluating, and negotiating with suppliers to ensure timely procurement of raw materials, packaging materials, consumables, and services at optimal quality, cost, and delivery timelines. The role ensures adherence to company procurement policies, vendor management, and inventory coordination to support uninterrupted production and business operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Vendor Sourcing & Evaluation
Identify and evaluate new vendors based on price, quality, service support, and capability.
Maintain and update approved vendor lists and evaluate vendor performance regularly.
Request and analyse vendor quotations to determine cost competitiveness.
Purchase Order Management
Receive purchase requisitions from departments and verify specifications.
Prepare, issue, and track purchase orders ensuring accuracy of price, quantity, and delivery terms.
Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and resolve any delays.
Cost Negotiation & Contracts
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, bulk order rates, and annual contracts where applicable.
Maintain cost comparison sheets and approve procurement based on management guidelines.
Material Coordination & Inventory Support
Coordinate with stores and production teams to maintain stock levels as per minimum reorder quantity (MOQ).
Track material shortages, pending deliveries, and stock variance.
Support smooth material flow for production planning (PPC).
Documentation & Compliance
Maintain accurate records of inquiries, quotations, purchase orders, delivery challans, invoices, and supplier contracts.
Ensure compliance with company procurement SOP and ISO 9001:2015 requirements.
Coordinate with accounts for vendor invoicing, GRN verification, and payment follow-ups.
Reporting & Analysis
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly purchasing reports including spend analysis and vendor performance metrics.
Track savings achieved through negotiation or cost optimization initiatives.