Job Description: Purchase Assistant (Experienced)
Department: Purchase / Procurement
Industry: Panel Manufacturing
Experience: 2–3 years
Location: [New Town, Kolkata]
Role Overview
The Purchase Assistant will be responsible for supporting procurement activities, ensuring timely purchase of raw materials, consumables, and services required for panel manufacturing. The role involves vendor coordination, purchase order processing, inventory monitoring, and maintaining cost efficiency while ensuring uninterrupted production flow.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement Operations
- Assist in sourcing and purchasing raw materials
- Raise and process Purchase Orders (POs) in coordination with production requirements
- Ensure timely delivery of materials as per production schedule
Vendor Management
- Coordinate with existing vendors for price negotiation, delivery schedules, and quality issues
- Maintain and update approved vendor lists
- Assist in vendor development and evaluation
Inventory & Stock Control
- Monitor stock levels and coordinate with stores/production to avoid shortages or overstocking
- Track material consumption trends and assist in reorder planning
- Support in monthly stock reconciliation
Cost Control & Reporting
- Assist in price comparison and quotation analysis
- Support in reducing procurement costs without compromising quality
- Prepare purchase reports and MIS data for management review
Required Qualifications
- Graduate in Commerce / Business Administration
- 2–5 years experience in purchase/procurement (panel industry preferred)
- Knowledge of raw materials used in panel manufacturing
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Proficiency in MS Excel and reporting tools
Preferred Competencies
- Vendor management experience in panel industry
- Understanding of production planning
- Strong follow-up and coordination skills
- Attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- On-time material availability
- Cost savings achieved through negotiation
- Accuracy of purchase documentation
- Vendor performance and delivery compliance
Reporting To
Purchase Manager / Head of Procurement
Pay: ₹12,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Health insurance
Work Location: In person
