Walk-in || Purchase Executive

Role & responsibilities.

Handle day-to-day purchase and procurement activities for pharma, biotech and laboratory products.

• Identify and develop relationships with manufacturers, distributors, suppliers and vendors.

• Source products based on customer requirements, stock requirements and internal purchase needs.

• Collect and compare quotations, prices, lead times, MOQ, payment terms and delivery conditions from multiple suppliers.

• Negotiate with vendors to obtain competitive pricing and favorable commercial terms.

• Prepare and process Purchase Orders (POs) and maintain proper purchase documentation.

• Follow up with suppliers for order confirmation, availability, dispatch and delivery.

• Coordinate with the sales, warehouse, accounts and logistics teams to ensure timely availability of products.

• Maintain updated records of vendors, products, prices, purchase orders and pending orders.

• Monitor inventory and coordinate procurement based on stock levels and upcoming requirements.

• Verify product specifications, pack sizes, catalogue numbers, quantities and other details before placing orders.

• Handle vendor queries and resolve issues related to pricing, delivery, shortages, replacements or incorrect supplies.

• Support the team in identifying new products and alternative suppliers.

• Maintain strong and professional relationships with existing vendors. • Prepare regular purchase reports and provide updates on pending and completed orders.

Preferred candidate profile

1-2 years of experience in Purchase / Procurement / Vendor Management.

• Experience in pharma, biotech, life sciences, laboratory products, chemicals, reagents or consumables will be preferred.

• Candidates with experience in B2B product procurement/trading are encouraged to apply.

• Good knowledge of vendor sourcing, quotation comparison, price negotiation and purchase order processing.

• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong attention to detail, especially regarding product codes, specifications, quantities and pricing.
• Good follow-up and coordination skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Office.
• Ability to manage multiple purchase requirements and meet deadlines.
• Educational qualification in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacy, B.Com, BBA or a related field will be an advantage.

Perks and benefits

• Insurance
• Provident fund
• Paid time off.