Purchase Manager

Job Description (JD) – Purchase Manager

Department: Procurement / Purchase
Industry: Construction / Infrastructure / Steel Works
Experience: 6+ Years
Qualification: B.Tech in Civil Engineering
Job Location: Panchkula, Haryana

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Purchase Manager with 6+ years of experience in construction projects, with sound technical knowledge of steel works, civil construction materials, and procurement management. The candidate should have a B.Tech in Civil Engineering and proven expertise in vendor management, material sourcing, price negotiation, purchase planning, and timely material delivery to project sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for construction and infrastructure projects.
• Procure construction materials, including structural steel, reinforcement steel (TMT bars), steel sections, plates, pipes, fabrication materials, cement, aggregates, and other project-related materials.
• Possess sound technical knowledge of steel works, including structural steel, fabrication, welding consumables, steel sections, and related materials.
• Review project drawings, BOQs, technical specifications, and material requirements to prepare procurement plans.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable vendors, suppliers, manufacturers, and subcontractors.
• Obtain quotations, compare prices, negotiate commercial terms, and finalize purchase orders to achieve cost savings.
• Ensure materials comply with approved technical specifications, quality standards, and project requirements.
• Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, design teams, stores, and finance departments for timely material procurement.
• Monitor purchase orders, delivery schedules, material availability, and supplier performance to avoid project delays.
• Maintain proper documentation of purchase orders, quotations, invoices, delivery challans, and vendor records.
• Monitor market rates for steel, construction materials, and other commodities to ensure competitive purchasing.
• Handle vendor payment coordination, material reconciliation, and resolution of procurement-related issues.
• Ensure adherence to company procurement policies, budgets, quality requirements, and project timelines.
• Prepare periodic procurement reports, cost analysis, and material tracking reports for management.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of construction materials and steel works.
• Excellent negotiation, vendor development, and cost-control skills.
• Ability to understand civil and structural drawings, BOQs, and technical specifications.
• Good knowledge of procurement processes, inventory coordination, and supply chain management.
• Strong communication, coordination, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and purchase management software/ERP systems.
• Ability to manage multiple project requirements and meet strict deadlines.

Educational Qualification

• B.Tech in Civil Engineering is mandatory.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 6+ years of relevant experience in purchase and procurement for construction, infrastructure, industrial, or steel structure projects.
• Experience in sourcing steel materials and coordinating with fabrication vendors and construction project teams will be preferred.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Cost savings through effective negotiations.
• Timely delivery of materials at project sites.
• Compliance with approved quality and technical specifications.
• Vendor performance and reliability.
• Procurement budget adherence.
• Reduction in material shortages and project delays.

Preferred Candidate: A technically sound and commercially skilled professional with a strong understanding of construction procurement, steel works, vendor management, and project execution requirements.

Pay: Up to ₹60,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person