Location
Trichy | India
Job description
Position: Purchase Executive
Location: Trichy
Type: Full-Time
Job Summary: The Purchase Executive will be responsible for overseeing the purchasing activities of the company, ensuring cost-effective procurement of goods and services, and managing supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will possess a keen understanding of market trends, exhibit strong negotiation skills, and have a proven track record of effective supply chain management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, lead, and execute purchasing strategies.
- Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve the effectiveness.
- Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms.
- Partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation.
- Perform cost and scenario analysis, and bench-marking.
- Assess, manage, and mitigate risks.
- Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers.
- Determine quantity and timing of deliveries.
- Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand.
Requirements
Essential Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field.
- Proven working experience as a Purchase Executive.
- Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management.
- A knack for negotiation and networking.
- Ability to gather and analyze data and to work with figures.
- Solid judgment along with decision-making skills.
- Strong leadership capabilities.
Benefits
Skills Required:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office and purchasing software.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Desirable Attributes:
- Certification in supply chain management or procurement is a plus.
- Knowledge of market research, data analysis, and purchasing best practices.
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