Purchase Manager

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

• Direct the procurement lifecycle for all infrastructure projects including core materials (cement structural steel aggregates bitumen) MEP equipment and heavy machinery.
  
• Evaluate project blueprints and Bill of Quantities (BOQ) to accurately forecast material requirements and lead times.
  
• Develop robust procurement strategies that align with project timelines ensuring zero downtime on site due to material shortages.
  

2. Vendor Management & Negotiation

• Leverage your 10 years of industry experience to negotiate competitive pricing credit terms and delivery schedules with suppliers and subcontractors.
  
• Establish maintain and expand a reliable network of high-quality manufacturers dealers and local vendors.
  
• Conduct periodic vendor evaluation audits based on quality delivery speed compliance and cost-effectiveness.
  

3. Budgetary Control & Financial Compliance

• Strictly manage procurement within the allocated management budget constraints ensuring maximum cost-optimization without compromising structural quality.
  
• Verify reconcile and process purchase orders (POs) indents and supplier invoices in coordination with the accounts team.
  
• Implement strict waste-reduction and cost-saving measures across all active sites.
  

4. Logistics & Inventory Oversight

• Coordinate with site engineers and storekeepers to monitor inventory levels tracking material consumption vs. balance allocation.
  
• Oversee inbound logistics ensuring materials are safely transported cleared and delivered to project sites on schedule.
  
• Resolve any disputes regarding material rejection damage or short-supply immediately.
  

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Supply Chain Management or a related field. An MBA in Materials Management or Supply Chain is highly preferred.
  
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of core procurement experience strictly within the Infrastructure or Large-scale Construction sectors (roads highways bridges urban infra).
  
• Geographic Knowledge: Deep familiarity with the logistics vendor ecosystems and supply routes of Navi Mumbai and surrounding industrial belts.
  
• Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience working with ERP software (SAP Oracle or specialized construction ERPs) and advanced MS Excel.
  
• Competencies: Exceptional negotiation tactics strong financial acumen stellar leadership capabilities and the ability to work under tight project deadlines.