Field Purchase Manager/Executive

Role & responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced Field Purchase Manager/Executive responsible for managing field procurement activities, vendor development, price negotiation, material sourcing, and ensuring timely availability of materials as per company requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day field purchase and procurement activities.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop new suppliers/vendors.
• Visit vendors, markets, warehouses, and project locations as required.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, and other commercial conditions.
• Source materials at competitive prices while maintaining required quality standards.
• Compare quotations and prepare purchase recommendations.
• Coordinate with stores, production, projects, accounts, and management for material requirements.
• Follow up with suppliers for timely delivery of materials.
• Monitor purchase orders and resolve supply-related issues.
• Maintain vendor records, quotations, purchase documents, and other procurement records.
• Conduct regular market surveys to track material prices and availability.
• Ensure purchases comply with company policies and approved budgets.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and negotiate long-term commercial arrangements.
• Monitor supplier performance, quality, delivery, and pricing.
• Support management in cost-saving and vendor-development initiatives.

Required Skills

• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Good knowledge of local suppliers and markets.
• Vendor management and relationship-building skills.
• Good knowledge of MS Excel and purchase documentation.
• Ability to compare quotations and analyze prices.
• Strong follow-up and coordination skills.
• Willingness to travel for vendor visits and field procurement.
• Ability to work under deadlines.

Qualification

• Graduate degree/diploma in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Commerce, or a related field.
• 48 years of relevant purchase/procurement experience.
• Experience in field procurement will be preferred.