Job Title: Purchase Manager
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and organized Purchase Manager to manage procurement activities for food, beverages, raw materials, packaging, and operational supplies. The role ensures cost-effective purchasing, quality control, timely availability of materials, and strong vendor relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and manage procurement of food ingredients, beverages, frozen items, and consumables.
- Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors and suppliers.
- Ensure quality standards, pricing, and delivery timelines are met.
- Monitor stock levels and coordinate with stores, kitchen, and operations teams.
- Control purchase costs, wastage, and inventory variance.
- Maintain purchase records, POs, invoices, and supplier documentation.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and company SOPs.
- Develop alternate suppliers to avoid supply disruptions.
- Prepare purchase reports and cost analysis for management.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business, or Supply Chain Management.
- 3–6 years of experience in purchase/procurement (F&B or hospitality preferred).
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Good knowledge of inventory management and costing.
- Proficiency in MS Excel / ERP / Purchase systems.
Preferred Skills
- Experience in café, QSR, or central kitchen operations.
- Knowledge of frozen food and cold-chain procurement.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
- Good communication and coordination abilities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹25,328.31 - ₹35,356.45 per month
Benefits:
- Food provided
- Provident Fund
Experience:
- B2B sales: 1 year (Preferred)
Location:
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
