Purchase Executive

**Job Description: Senior Purchase Executive - Dairy Industry**

**Position Title**: Senior Purchase Executive
**Location**: Pune
**Department**: Procurement/Purchasing
**Reports To**: Procurement Manager/Head of Procurement
**Company**: P9 Farms Private Limited

**Job Purpose**:
The Senior Purchase Executive will be responsible for managing the procurement of raw materials, packaging, and equipment for the dairy manufacturing process. The role involves sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, managing purchase orders, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality materials to meet production requirements. This position will play a key role in cost optimization and maintaining smooth operations within the procurement process.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Procurement Management**:

- Develop and implement procurement strategies for dairy raw materials, packaging, and equipment.
- Identify and evaluate potential suppliers based on cost, quality, and reliability.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to secure the best deals while ensuring quality standards.
- Ensure the timely and cost-effective purchase of goods, services, and materials required for production.
- **Supplier Relationship Management**:

- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.
- Monitor supplier performance to ensure consistent product quality, delivery timelines, and cost efficiency.
- Resolve any supplier-related issues such as delays or quality concerns in a prompt and professional manner.
- **Inventory Management**:

- Collaborate with the inventory team to monitor stock levels and ensure that the production team has a consistent supply of materials.
- Oversee the management of stock levels to minimize excess inventory and reduce the risk of production delays.
- **Quality Assurance & Compliance**:

- Ensure all purchased materials meet the required quality standards and regulatory guidelines.
- Work with the quality assurance team to inspect and verify materials upon delivery.
- **Cost Optimization & Reporting**:

- Implement cost-saving initiatives within the procurement process without compromising quality.
- Prepare regular reports on procurement activities, cost analysis, and inventory status for senior management.
- **Vendor Audits & Evaluation**:

- Conduct periodic audits and evaluations of suppliers to ensure they meet company standards.
- Assess supplier performance and recommend any changes based on quality, delivery, and price evaluations.
- **Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams**:

- Work closely with the production, quality control, and logistics teams to ensure seamless integration of procurement with overall operations.
- Coordinate with the finance team to manage budgets and forecasts for procurement activities.

**Qualifications & Requirements**:

- **Education**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- A relevant professional certification in procurement or supply chain management is a plus.
- **Experience**:

- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in procurement or purchasing, preferably in the dairy or food processing industry.
- Strong experience in sourcing raw materials, packaging, and production-related supplies.
- Knowledge of procurement systems, purchase orders, and inventory management.
- **Skills**:

- Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
- Proficiency in procurement software and MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Strong analytical skills for cost optimization and vendor evaluation.

**Additional Requirements**:

- Knowledge of dairy industry standards, regulations, and quality control procedures is highly desirable.
- Ability to travel to supplier locations as required.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹10,488.36 - ₹37,641.92 per month

**Benefits**:

- Provident Fund

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Fixed shift
- Morning shift

Work Location: In person

Work Location: In person