Job Description – Purchase Manager (Electrical Contracting Company)
Position Title
Purchase Manager – Electrical Contracting
Department
Procurement / Purchase
Reporting To
General Manager / Operations Head
Role Summary
The Purchase Manager is responsible for managing procurement activities related to electrical contracting projects, including sourcing, purchasing, vendor management, cost control, and timely supply of electrical materials, equipment, and services. The candidate should possess strong technical knowledge in electrical engineering and experience in handling procurement for electrical contracting projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle procurement of electrical materials, equipment, tools, and services for ongoing projects.
- Source and negotiate with suppliers for cables, switchgears, conduits, panels, transformers, lighting fixtures, and other electrical items.
- Obtain quotations, prepare comparative statements, and finalize suppliers based on technical and commercial evaluation.
- Ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials as per project schedules.
- Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, stores, and accounts departments regarding material requirements.
- Monitor inventory levels and avoid shortages or excess stock.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Ensure materials comply with project specifications, approved makes, and quality standards.
- Track market rates and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Prepare purchase orders and maintain procurement records and documentation.
- Generate procurement reports, costing analysis, and material consumption reports for management review.
- Analyze project procurement costs and provide comparative cost analysis to support budget control and project profitability.
- Resolve issues related to delays, quality concerns, and material discrepancies.
- Support tendering and estimation teams by obtaining competitive pricing from suppliers.
Required Skills
- Strong knowledge of electrical materials and contracting operations
- Vendor negotiation and supplier management
- Technical evaluation of electrical products
- Cost control and budgeting
- Good knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel
- Ability to prepare procurement reports and project cost analysis
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Good communication and coordination skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines
Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Additional qualification in Procurement/Supply Chain is an added advantage
Experience
- Minimum 5–10 years of experience in procurement within an electrical contracting company
- Experience in handling MEP/electrical project procurement preferred
Preferred Industry Experience
- Electrical Contracting
- MEP Contracting
- Infrastructure Projects
- Commercial & Industrial Electrical Projects
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Timely procurement of materials
- Cost savings achieved
- Vendor performance management
- Reduction in procurement delays
- Accuracy of procurement reports and cost analysis
- Inventory optimization
- Compliance with approved project specifications
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: ₹700,000.00 - ₹1,000,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Provident Fund
Experience:
- Procurement management: 6 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
