Purchasing Officer

As a Purchase Officer, you play a vital role in ensuring the efficient procurement of goods and services necessary for operations. Your responsibilities include sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, managing vendor relationships, and maintaining accurate purchase records. You will collaborate closely with various departments to understand their procurement needs and ensure timely delivery of materials while adhering to company policies and regulatory requirements. To qualify for this role, you should have a B-Tech in Mechanical Engineering, with a preference for a Master's degree in Supply Chain Management. A minimum of 2-3 years of procurement experience, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry, is required. Strong negotiation skills, effective communication, and the ability to build relationships with suppliers are essential. Proficiency in procurement software and MS Office applications is necessary, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Key responsibilities include sourcing suppliers for pharmaceutical raw materials, evaluating suppliers based on various factors, negotiating contracts and pricing agreements, coordinating with internal stakeholders to understand procurement requirements, generating purchase orders, monitoring order status for timely delivery, maintaining accurate purchase records, managing supplier relationships, staying informed about industry trends and regulatory requirements, and implementing cost-saving initiatives and process improvements for procurement operations. Your role as a Purchase Officer is crucial in ensuring the smooth procurement process for goods and services essential to the company's operations. Your expertise in negotiating contracts, managing vendor relationships, and maintaining accurate purchase records will contribute significantly to the company's success.,