Purchase Executive

Purchase Executive – FMCG

Location: Alipur, Delhi

Job Type: Full-time | Work from Office

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Purchase Executive – FMCG who has good knowledge of purchasing rice, pulses, dry fruits, spices, edible oils, ghee and other FMCG/food products for export business.

The candidate should have strong knowledge of Delhi wholesale markets, wholesalers, distributors, traders and direct manufacturers/mills, and should be capable of sourcing quality products at competitive rates.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and purchase rice, pulses, dry fruits, spices, ghee, edible oils and other FMCG food products as per company requirements.
• Develop and maintain contacts with wholesalers, distributors, traders, manufacturers and mills across Delhi-NCR.
• Should have good market knowledge of Chandni Chowk, Khari Baoli, Naya Bazar and other major wholesale markets in Delhi.
• Identify reliable suppliers and negotiate best possible purchase rates.
• Compare prices from different suppliers, wholesalers and direct mills before finalizing purchases.
• Purchase products according to export quality, specifications, packaging and quantity requirements.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules and other commercial terms with suppliers.
• Maintain supplier database with product rates, contact details, availability and purchase history.
• Regularly check market prices and identify opportunities for cost-effective sourcing.
• Coordinate with suppliers for timely delivery and ensure that the required quantity and quality are received.
• Coordinate with the Accounts and Export teams regarding purchase bills, payments and documentation.
• Maintain proper purchase records and prepare purchase comparison and quotation sheets in Excel.
• Develop long-term relationships with reliable suppliers and direct manufacturers/mills.
• Ensure that procurement is done at competitive rates while maintaining required quality standards.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of FMCG/food product purchasing.
• Good supplier network in Delhi wholesale markets or direct mills/manufacturers.
• Strong negotiation and rate-comparison skills.
• Good knowledge of rice, pulses, dry fruits and other food products.
• Ability to identify quality products at competitive prices.
• Good communication and supplier coordination skills.
• Basic to good knowledge of MS Excel and purchase records.
• Should be comfortable visiting wholesale markets/suppliers when required.

Experience & Qualification

• Experience: 1–3 years in FMCG, food, grocery or commodity purchasing preferred.
• Candidates with strong practical wholesale market/supplier contacts will be preferred.
• Graduate preferred; relevant purchasing experience may be considered.

Important

This position is specifically for a candidate who understands the Delhi FMCG/food wholesale market and supplier network and can help the company source products at competitive prices for international export requirements.

Work Location: Alipur, Near Swami Shradhanand Collage, Delhi

Employment: Full-time, Office-based