Purchase Manager

About the Role:

The Purchase Manager is responsible for planning, sourcing, negotiating, and procuring construction materials, MEP items, finishing materials, equipment, and services required for real estate projects. The role focuses on ensuring timely procurement, cost optimization, vendor development, quality compliance, and uninterrupted project execution.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement & Sourcing

• Plan and execute procurement activities for residential and commercial projects.

• Source construction materials including cement, steel, aggregates, bricks, blocks, tiles, sanitary ware, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, elevators, and finishing materials.

• Float RFQs/RFPs and evaluate vendor quotations.

• Prepare comparative statements (CS) and recommend the most suitable vendor.

• Ensure timely availability of materials at project sites.

Vendor Management

• Develop and maintain a strong vendor database.

• Identify and onboard new suppliers.

• Conduct vendor evaluations based on quality, delivery, pricing, and service.

• Build long-term relationships with key suppliers.

Negotiation & Cost Control

• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contracts.

• Achieve cost savings without compromising quality.

• Monitor market trends and raw material price fluctuations.

• Implement strategic sourcing initiatives.

Inventory & Coordination

• Coordinate with Project Managers, Site Engineers, Store, and Accounts teams.

• Monitor inventory levels to avoid stock shortages or excess inventory.

• Ensure timely issuance of Purchase Orders (POs).

• Track deliveries and resolve supply chain issues.

Documentation & Compliance

• Prepare Purchase Orders, Work Orders, and procurement documentation.

• Ensure procurement complies with company policies and contractual terms.

• Maintain procurement MIS reports.

• Support internal and external audits.

  Contract & Commercial Management

  • Finalize vendor agreements and annual rate contracts.

  • Monitor contract performance and ensure vendor compliance.

  • Resolve commercial disputes with suppliers.

  Required Skills:

  • Construction Material Procurement

  • Vendor Development

  • Vendor Negotiation

  • Strategic Sourcing

  • Cost Optimization

  • Contract Management

  • Purchase Order Management

  • Rate Contract Finalization

  • RFQ/RFP Management

  • Comparative Statement Preparation

  • Inventory Planning

  • Supply Chain Management

  • Budget Control

  • Commercial Negotiation

  • Team Management

  • MIS Reporting

  • Project Coordination

  Software Knowledge:

• SAP MM

• It is a Full Time Architect / Interior Designer job for candidates with 6+ years of experience.