Purchase Manager

Purchase Manager -

KR Mangalam Admin Office

Location: Mehrauli South Delhi

Department: Procurement & Operations

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Purchase Manager to lead and manage end-to-end procurement for all KR Mangalam Schools and University departments. The role ensures strategic sourcing, cost optimization, timely delivery, and quality procurement across all campuses.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle Quotations: Collect, compare, and analyze quotations from multiple vendors for all academic, admin, IT, transport, housekeeping & facility items.
• Vendor Negotiations: Negotiate pricing, payment terms, discounts, and contracts to achieve best value and cost savings.
• Vendor Selection: Identify, evaluate, onboard, and manage vendors based on quality, pricing, delivery, and compliance.
• Procurement & PO Management: Review and approve PRs, prepare POs, and ensure timely deliveries across all campuses.
• Utilization of Purchase Material: Monitor stock levels, track material usage, prevent wastage, and ensure proper utilization across all departments/campuses.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain procurement records, policies, vendor agreements, and ensure compliance with financial and audit norms.
• Vendor Performance Management: Conduct periodic vendor evaluations and manage long-term vendor relationships.
• Coordination: Work closely with School Principals, HODs, Finance, IT, Transport & Maintenance teams for smooth procurement operations.
• Cost & Quality Control: Reduce costs, forecast demand, and ensure uniform quality standards across all campuses.

Skills & Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in procurement/purchasing, with 2+ years in a managerial role. Experience in Education/School/University sector preferred.
• Quotations, Vendor Negotiations, Vendor Selection, and Material Utilization.
• Expertise in cost analysis, contract management, and vendor relationship management
• Good knowledge of school/university procurement processes and compliance.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Office & ERP systems.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• B.Com / MBA in Supply Chain, Operations, or related field preferred.

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