Purchase Officer – Civil & Construction Company
Position: Purchase Officer
Department: Purchase / Procurement
Industry: Construction & Real Estate
Location: Chennai
Experience: Freshers & Experienced Candidates Can Apply
Job Summary
We are looking for a Purchase Officer to manage the procurement of construction materials, tools, equipment, and other project requirements. Freshers with good communication and negotiation skills are welcome to apply. Candidates with prior purchase/procurement experience will also be considered.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle procurement of civil and construction materials.
- Source materials such as cement, steel, sand, aggregates, bricks, blocks, plumbing, electrical, hardware, and other site requirements.
- Identify and coordinate with reliable vendors and suppliers.
- Collect and compare quotations from different suppliers.
- Negotiate prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
- Prepare Purchase Orders (POs) and maintain purchase records.
- Coordinate with site engineers and project teams regarding material requirements.
- Follow up with vendors and ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Check material quantity, quality, and specifications.
- Maintain vendor details, quotations, purchase orders, invoices, and other purchase documents.
- Coordinate with the accounts team regarding purchase bills and payments.
- Monitor pending orders and follow up regularly.
- Assist in maintaining purchase expenses within the approved budget.
- Handle urgent material requirements for project sites.
Required Skills
- Basic knowledge of construction and building materials.
- Good communication and negotiation skills.
- Good coordination and follow-up skills.
- Basic knowledge of MS Excel and MS Office.
- Ability to compare quotations and maintain purchase records.
- Willingness to learn construction procurement processes.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Qualification
- Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Civil Engineering or any relevant qualification.
- Candidates from Civil Engineering, Purchase, Procurement, or related backgrounds can apply.
Experience
- Freshers are welcome to apply.
- Experienced candidates with purchase/procurement experience in the construction industry are preferred but not mandatory.
Preferred Candidate
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic understanding of construction materials.
- Strong follow-up and negotiation ability.
- Willing to visit suppliers/sites when required.
- Candidates who are proactive, responsible, and willing to learn.
Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
