Operations Manager

Key Responsibilities

1. Sourcing and Procurement

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers and vendors for various products and services
• Compare suppliers based on pricing, quality standards, delivery timelines, and reliability
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, payment terms, and delivery conditions to achieve cost efficiency

2. Purchase Order Management

• Prepare and issue purchase orders with accurate specifications, quantities, and delivery schedules
• Track purchase orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery
• Coordinate with internal departments to align procurement requirements
• Resolve discrepancies related to purchase orders, invoices, and deliveries

3. Inventory Management

• Monitor inventory levels to ensure uninterrupted operations
• Coordinate with warehouse and logistics teams for timely stock replenishment
• Assist in inventory planning to minimize excess stock and avoid shortages

4. Supplier Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with suppliers and vendors
• Address supplier performance issues, quality concerns, and delivery delays
• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews

5. Compliance and Documentation

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, procedures, and statutory regulations
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, supplier contracts, pricing, and procurement documentation
• Support audits and internal reviews by providing required procurement data

Skills and Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in the Purchase/Procurement field or a similar role, preferably in a relevant industry
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, policies, and best practices
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems for purchase and inventory management

Preferred Skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong coordination skills with internal teams and external vendors

sJob Description for Purchase Engineer

Purchase Engineer will be responsible for sourcing equipment, goods and services and

managing vendors.

Roles & Responsibilities:

 Source Raw materials, fabrication & consumable electrical items.

 Run MRP thrice a week for optimal results.

 Raise & issue PO to supplier,

 Ensure on-time supplier delivery;

 Raise debit-note for rejected materials;

 Update stores for returning rejected materials;

 Update pending work order status/report to Suppliers;

 Reviewing, evaluating, consolidating, upgrading and approving purchase requests;

 Track price changes & prepare comparative statements;

 Craft negotiation strategies and close commercial deals with best terms;

 Ensure clear requirements documentation;

 Partner with reliable vendors and suppliers;

 Determine quantity and timing of deliveries;

 Examine & resolve shortages and quality issues; procurement delays;

 Coordinate regularly with Sales, Production, Engineering, Quality, Stores, HR & Admin,

Process & Accounts Departments;

 Maintain records/reports as per ISO requirements;

 Work non-traditional hours on weekends and holidays during exigencies;

 Any other task assigned by management;

 Reporting to Dy Manager-Purchase

Key Result Areas/KRAs (annual evaluation across entire Company) for Purchase Engineer:

 Identifying & recommending Suppliers;

 Coordinating with Suppliers by raising Enquiries, Purchase Orders And Receipt Of Materials;

 Follow–up on all Orders placed;

 Analysing the purchase requirements.

 Developing and maintaining systems to procure material.

 Cost Reduction - alternate Vendor Development;

 Handle any related matters to Purchase;

 Responsible for timely passing of the bills;

 Responsible in gathering & sorting related documents for Purchase;

 Responsible for timely delivery of the material.

Key Responsibilities:

• Estimation & Coordination
• Work closely with interior designers to understand project requirements.
• Assist in preparing BOQs (Bill of Quantities) and cost estimations.
• Provide market rates and vendor inputs during the design stage.
• Quotation Management
• Source multiple quotations for materials, furniture, fittings, and finishes.
• Prepare comparative statements (quotation analysis) for management review.
• Negotiations & Approvals
• Negotiate prices, delivery timelines, and payment terms with vendors.
• Get approvals from management and issue purchase orders.
• Ensure all approvals, contracts, and documentation are properly maintained.
• Vendor & Material Management
• Identify and maintain a network of reliable vendors for all interior categories.
• Coordinate with vendors for timely supply as per project schedule.
• Resolve issues related to quality, billing, or delivery delays.
• Cost Control & Compliance
• Monitor material usage to minimize wastage.
• Ensure purchases are within approved budgets.
• Comply with company procurement policies and quality standards.

Skills & Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of interior materials, BOQs, and cost estimation.
• Ability to collaborate with interior designers and project managers.
• Excellent negotiation, vendor management, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel / ERP procurement tools.
• 8–12 years’ experience in procurement/vendor management in interiors or construction.

Working day - Tue-Sun . Monday off 

Procurement Management

• Oversee and manage the procurement of raw materials and packaging materials for cosmetic production.
• Identify, evaluate, and establish strong relationships with new and existing suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to ensure cost-effectiveness without compromising quality.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to maintain seamless production schedules.
• Conduct market research and attend trade fairs/exhibitions across India to source innovative products and stay updated on industry trends.

Production Coordination

• Collaborate with production teams to ensure availability of materials for efficient manufacturing.
• Develop and implement production schedules, optimizing processes to enhance efficiency and minimize waste.
• Coordinate with supply chain and logistics to ensure smooth material flow and inventory management.

Research and Development Support

• Work with the R&D team to identify and procure suitable raw materials for new product formulations.
• Stay updated on emerging trends in cosmetics and skincare to support innovation and development.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure that procured materials meet regulatory and company quality standards.
• Work closely with the quality control team to address any quality issues and implement corrective actions.

Budgeting and Cost Management

• Perform cost-benefit analyses to optimize spending and secure the best value.
• Conduct forecasting and variance analysis to align procurement with financial goals.
• Review and approve expenses related to procurement, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints.

Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, and supply chain, to meet organizational goals.
• Actively participate in team meetings, contributing insights and recommendations for improvement.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetology, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years in procurement in the cosmetics, beauty, or skincare industry.
• Strong knowledge of raw material and packaging material procurement.
• Proficiency in production scheduling, market research, and supplier negotiations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective vendor and team collaboration.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards in cosmetics production is an advantage.

About the Client

Our client is a renowned luxury interiors brand recognized for crafting bespoke, high-end designs and delivering timeless, elegant living spaces. With a reputation for precision and excellence, they continue to set benchmarks in the premium interiors industry.

We’re Hiring – Purchase Manager(Interiors)

We have 1 open position for a dynamic Purchase & Vendor Management Professional in the interiors industry.

Working Days: Tuesday–Sunday (Monday Off)

Key Responsibilities

• Estimation & Coordination: Work with interior designers to prepare BOQs, cost estimations, and provide market/vendor insights.
• Quotation Management: Source multiple quotations, prepare comparative statements, and support management in decision-making.
• Negotiations & Approvals: Negotiate with vendors on pricing, delivery, and payment terms. Manage approvals, contracts, and POs.
• Vendor & Material Management: Build and maintain a strong vendor network, ensure timely delivery, and resolve quality or billing issues.
• Cost Control & Compliance: Monitor material usage, ensure budget compliance, and adhere to procurement policies.

Skills & Requirements

• Strong knowledge of interior materials, BOQs, and cost estimation
• 4–8 years’ experience in procurement/vendor management (interiors or construction)
• Excellent negotiation, vendor management and documentation skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel / ERP tools

Responsibilities and Duties

• To Lead and execute the whole of the procurement function or in parts for Commercial Interiors category as per company norms
• Responsible for purchase decisions that impact cost of purchase, quality of purchase and timeliness of delivery etc of the purchase in relation to commercial interiors
• Implement Industry best practices for Purchase / Procurement by implementing Processes including automation of purchase processes, creating and revising existing procedures and formats used for purchase, updating the database and enhancing vendor connect
• To ensure internal customer delight by timely processing of quotes received from the site / vendors, evaluation of vendors in the line of priority for cost/quality/delivery/process compliance etc, management of payment cycles, inventory management and implementing effective mechanisms in purchase management
• Managing team of procurement executives or offices and freshers wherever applicable to deliver the team objectives by managing team interactions effectively and in collaborative manner . Equally so to manage individual contributor role in procurement function
• Responsible for periodic purchase related MIS and relevant daily, weekly and monthly reports to the management

What you need to have:

• Creating vendor-wise PO based on the total production requirement
• Raising PO to the vendors and following up with them for timely dispatch
• Managing the dispatches and deliveries of the items being ordered to the vendors
• Engaging with the logistics service providers to ensure timely delivery of the goods
• Supervising QC of the items received at factory
• Identifying the gaps in invoice and actual receipt and escalating to senior management
• Identifying new vendors for the required raw materials

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Good Hindi speaking skills
• Knowledge in Kannada
• Strong learning and ‘can-do’ attitude
• Experience of working in factory or warehouse
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task 
• Excellent command over MS Excel

• Any graduate degree    
• 4+ years of experience in the Hospitality industry in a senior Procurement role
• Ability and experience in leading a team
• Strong communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and driven