Purchase and Procurement Executive

You will be joining a leading Appliances Brand as a Purchase and Procurement Executive, where your role will be pivotal in the organization's supply chain management. Your responsibilities will include ensuring timely procurement, maintaining optimal inventory levels, and building strong relationships with vendors and suppliers. Your contributions will focus on cost-saving initiatives and enhancing efficiency in the procurement process. Developing and implementing procurement strategies to drive cost-effectiveness will be a key part of your role. You will be responsible for sourcing and evaluating vendors based on quality, cost, and delivery speed, as well as negotiating contracts to secure advantageous terms. Monitoring inventory levels, collaborating with internal stakeholders, and analyzing procurement data to prepare reports will also be crucial aspects of your responsibilities. You will manage the entire procurement process from requisition to delivery, ensuring compliance with best practices and policies while overseeing adherence to procurement regulations and ethical standards. Your role will involve resolving vendor disputes, forecasting demand, and conducting market research to identify new suppliers and products. Additionally, you will participate in budgeting and cost optimization processes, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function. To qualify for this role, you should hold a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Previous experience as a Procurement Officer, Purchasing Agent, or similar role is required, along with a solid understanding of procurement processes, policies, and procedures. Strong analytical skills, negotiation abilities, vendor management expertise, and proficiency in ERP and procurement software are essential. Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills are also necessary, along with knowledge of inventory control and supply chain principles. Being proactive, strategic, and possessing a problem-solving mindset will be valuable traits in this role. Certification in procurement or supply chain management is advantageous, along with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Upholding ethical and professional standards in purchasing and procurement is essential, as well as thriving in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. If you are interested in this opportunity, the work location is Thiruporur, Chennai. For further information, please contact us at 9176033506 or 9791033506.,