Purchase Executive FMCG (5+ yrs, Supplier Management)

Role & responsibilities

Roles & Responsibilities

• Negotiate best prices, payment terms & delivery schedules with FMCG vendors (Food & Non-Food).
  
• Raise accurate Purchase Orders as per company checklists & export requirements.
  
• Maintain continuous follow-up with suppliers to ensure on-time dispatch of goods.
  
• Coordinate with vendors, logistics, and internal teams to meet shipment deadlines.
  
• Ensure supplier compliance with export quality, packaging & documentation norms.
  
• Track purchase costs, explore alternate sourcing & support cost optimization.
  
• Resolve supplier-related issues (delays, shortages, rejections) promptly.
  

Preferred candidate profile

Education

• Graduate in

  Commerce / Business Administration / Supply Chain / International Trade

  .
• Postgraduate in

  Supply Chain / Materials Management / International Business

  is a plus.

Experience

• 5-8 years of proven experience

  in

  procurement, vendor development, and purchase

  .
• Strong background in

  FMCG products

  (Food & Non-Food).
• Prior experience in an

  Export House / Trading Company

  is highly preferred.

Age Criteria

• 25-38 years

Core Skills

• Strong Negotiation & Costing Skills

  Capable of getting best rates, terms, and deals.

• Supplier Relationship Management

  Ability to build and sustain long-term vendor partnerships.

• Export Awareness

  – Knowledge of export packaging, labeling, and international quality standards.

• Analytical & Planning Ability

  – Good at costing, price comparison, and procurement planning.

• Tech-Savvy

  – Proficient in

  MS Excel, ERP, and email communication

  .

• Excellent Communication

  – English fluency (written & verbal) a must.

• Problem Solving & Follow-Up

  – Quick at resolving supply delays, quality issues, or disputes.

Vendor Negotiation / Supplier Follow-up / Export Procurement / FMCG Procurement / Purchase Orders / Dispatch Coordination / Supplier Management / Cost Negotiation / Vendor Development / Sourcing / Purchase Planning / Order Tracking / Supply Chain Coordination / Google Sheets / MS Excel / Material Procurement / International Trade Procurement / Export Purchase

Personality Traits

• Highly

  organized, detail-oriented, and proactive

  .
• Ability to work under

  strict shipment deadlines

  .

• Flexible for extended hours

  during peak shipping periods.
• Strong

  ownership mentality

  – ensures tasks are completed end-to-end.
• Team player with

  cross-department coordination

  skills (sales, logistics, accounts).

Other Preferences

• Candidates from

  FMCG Export / Trading Companies / International Buying Houses

  .
• Immediate joiners or those with a short notice period preferred.