Job Summary
We are looking for a Purchase Manager to lead procurement for our engineering and project operations. You will source materials, equipment, and subcontract services at the right quality, price, and timeline, and build a dependable vendor base to support project execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and manage procurement of materials, consumables, equipment, tools, and services for ongoing and upcoming projects
- Float RFQs, evaluate quotations, prepare comparative statements, and negotiate commercial terms
- Identify, develop, and empanel vendors and subcontractors; maintain an approved vendor list
- Issue purchase orders and work orders, and follow up on delivery schedules, dispatch, and site receipt
- Coordinate with project, site, engineering, and accounts teams to understand requirements and avoid material shortages
- Review BOQs, drawings, and technical specifications with engineering to ensure correct procurement
- Monitor vendor performance on quality, delivery, and pricing; resolve rejections, short supplies, and disputes
- Ensure purchase compliance: GST, statutory documents, and contract terms
- Control procurement costs through negotiation, bulk buying, and alternate sourcing
- Maintain procurement MIS, price trends, and reports for management
- Support invoice verification and payment follow-up with the accounts team
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Electrical / Civil) or equivalent; MBA or a supply chain / materials management diploma is a plus
- 8-10 years of purchase experience in EPC, Engineering Services, or project-based industries
- Strong negotiation and commercial evaluation skills
- Knowledge of purchase processes, contracts, GST, and vendor management
- Working knowledge of ERP / MS Excel and procurement documentation
- Good communication skills in English, Hindi, and Gujarati (preferred)
Preferred Skills
- Experience buying for power, industrial, or infrastructure projects
- Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and structural materials, and site consumables
- Existing vendor network in the region
- Ability to handle multiple projects and urgent site requirements
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work on large industrial projects
- Growth path within a growing engineering services company
- Salary as per industry standards and experience
Work Location: In person
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