Purchase Executive

DepartmentProcurement / Purchase

Industry PreferenceAutomotive Components / Locksets / Casting / Plastic Moulding preferred

Job SummaryWe are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Purchase Executive to manage procurement activities, vendor coordination, material planning, and timely purchasing of raw materials, components, consumables, and services required for smooth plant operations. The candidate should have strong negotiation skills, vendor management capability, and knowledge of industrial purchasing processes.

• Key ResponsibilitiesHandle day-to-day purchasing activities for raw materials, bought-out parts, consumables, tools, packaging, and indirect materials.
• Generate and process Purchase Orders (POs) as per production and inventory requirements.
• Coordinate with production, stores, quality, and planning departments for material requirements and delivery schedules.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contracts with suppliers.
• Monitor market trends and raw material price fluctuations.
• Ensure timely availability of materials to avoid production stoppages.
• Track pending orders and follow up with suppliers for on-time delivery.
• Maintain procurement records, vendor databases, quotations, and comparison sheets.
• Conduct vendor evaluations based on quality, cost, and delivery performance.
• Coordinate with accounts department for invoice verification and payment processing.
• Support cost reduction and localization initiatives.
• Required SkillsGood knowledge of procurement and vendor management.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Knowledge of ERP systems and MS Excel.
• Understanding of inventory control and supply chain processes.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of automotive components, zinc casting, brass parts, plastic moulding, or lockset industry will be preferred.
• QualificationBachelor’s degree / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Commerce, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Experience2–5 years of experience in purchase/procurement, preferably in automotive or manufacturing industry.
• Preferred Candidate ProfileExperience in vendor development and cost negotiation.
• Exposure to OEM or aftermarket automotive industry preferred.
• Strong coordination and analytical skills.
• Immediate joiners preferred.