Purchase Assistant

Job Posting: Purchase Assistant

Job Details

• Job Title: Purchase Assistant
• Department: Purchase & Procurement
• Company / Institution: Brainware University
• Location: Barasat, Kolkata (On-site)
• Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Experience Required: 1- 3 Years
• Salary: 20,000- 25,000 per month (Negotiable based on experience)
• Industry: Education

Job Overview

Brainware University is looking for a dynamic, detail-oriented Purchase Assistant with 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience in procurement and vendor coordination. The selected candidate will assist in the day-to-day procurement of non-academic goods, hardware, construction materials, electrical items, and plumbing supplies while supporting cost-effective purchasing strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement Operations: Assist in the end-to-end procurement process for campus maintenance and non-academic supplies (construction materials, electrical fittings, plumbing, and general hardware).
• Vendor Sourcing & Coordination: Coordinate with local vendors, suppliers, and contractors; maintain updated vendor databases and build reliable market contacts.
• Quotation & Comparative Statements: Collect multiple quotations from suppliers, prepare comparative price sheets in MS Excel, and assist in price negotiations.
• PO Management: Draft, issue, and track Purchase Orders (POs) ensuring correct specifications, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Market Tracking: Keep track of local market rates for raw materials, hardware, and maintenance items in the Barasat and North 24 Parganas regions.
• Internal Coordination: Work closely with project engineers, university storekeepers, and accounts teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and inventory reconciliation.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Experience: 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in purchase/procurement roles (experience handling construction, building, electrical, or plumbing materials is a strong plus).
• Location Preference: Candidates residing in or near Barasat / North 24 Parganas / Kolkata will be preferred.
• Education: Bachelors degree in any discipline (B.Com / B.Sc / BBA preferred).
• Technical Skills: Basic to intermediate proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, and familiarity with ERP/Tally or inventory software.

Key Skills:

• Vendor Coordination & Quotation Analysis
• Basic Commercial Negotiation
• Purchase Order (PO) Processing
• Good Verbal & Written Communication Skills

Interested candidates call @9477583893, 8972560027 and send your updated cv at [email protected], [email protected]