Purchase Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Handle complete procurement for academic, admin, IT, transport, housekeeping & facility items.
• Evaluate PRs, prepare POs, and ensure timely deliveries.
• Identify, onboard & manage vendors; negotiate best pricing and contracts.
• Maintain procurement documentation, compliance, and vendor performance reports..
• Monitor stock levels, reduce costs, and ensure uniform quality across all campuses
• Coordinate with School Principals, HODs, Finance, IT, Transport & Maintenance teams.
• Lead day-to-day purchasing operations efficiently and effectively.

Skills & Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in procurement/purchasing, with 2+ years in a managerial role. Experience in Education/School/University sector preferred.
• Strong negotiation, vendor management, contract handling & cost-saving skills.
• Good knowledge of school/university procurement, government norms, and compliance.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Office & ERP systems.
• Graduation, Operations, or related field preferred.

Purchase Engineer / Purchase Executive

Company: Vardhaman Plastochem Pvt. Ltd.

Location: Govandi, Mumbai

Experience: 2–5 Years

Industry: Plastic / Manufacturing

Shift: 10–12 Hours

Education: Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Summary:

We are looking for a Purchase Engineer / Purchase Executive with 2–5 years of experience in the plastic or manufacturing industry. The candidate will be responsible for sourcing materials, vendor development, purchase coordination, negotiation, and ensuring timely availability of materials as per production requirements.

Job Description:

• Manage procurement of raw materials, consumables, spare parts, and engineering items.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable vendors and suppliers.
• Obtain quotations, compare prices, negotiate rates, and finalize purchase orders.
• Coordinate with production, stores, maintenance, and accounts teams for purchase requirements.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials as per production schedules.
• Monitor purchase orders, pending orders, delivery schedules, and supplier performance.
• Maintain purchase records, vendor data, quotations, and documentation.
• Follow up with suppliers regarding quality, quantity, and delivery issues.
• Support cost reduction and alternative vendor development.
• Ensure procurement as per company quality and commercial requirements.

Requirements:

• Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 2–5 years of experience in Purchase/Procurement, preferably in the Plastic/Manufacturing industry.
• Good knowledge of vendor management, sourcing, negotiation, and purchase processes.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Good knowledge of MS Excel and purchase documentation.
• Willingness to work 10–12 hour shifts.

Responsibilities:

• Handle procurement of engineering materials, components, and equipment.
• Identify and negotiate with vendors/suppliers.
• Generate and manage Purchase Orders (POs).
• Compare quotations and prepare comparative statements.
• Coordinate with suppliers for delivery, quality, and payment terms.
• Maintain purchase records and vendor documentation.
• Monitor inventory requirements and ensure timely material availability.
• Coordinate with Production, Stores, Quality, and Engineering teams.
• Develop new vendors and maintain existing vendor relationships.
• Follow company procurement policies and cost-control measures.

Required Skills:

• Procurement / Purchase
• Vendor Management
• Negotiation
• Purchase Order (PO)
• RFQ / Quotation Management
• Vendor Development
• Cost Analysis
• Inventory Management
• MS Excel
• ERP/SAP knowledge
• Engineering materials/components knowledge

• Quantity Take-off & Measurement
• BOQ Preparation
• Cost Estimation & Costing
• Rate Analysis
• Contractor Billing & Bill Verification
• Quantity Verification
• Variation / Change Order Management
• Material Quantity Calculation
• Project Cost Control
• Tendering & Vendor Quotation Comparison
• Final Account Preparation
• Budget Preparation & Monitoring
• Site Measurement
• Reading Architectural & Interior Drawings
• Knowledge of Civil & Interior Works
• Contractor & Vendor Coordination
• Strong MS Excel skills
• Knowledge of AutoCAD for drawing and quantity reference
• Good analytical and numerical skills
• Negotiation and commercial skills
• Documentation and reporting
• Good communication and coordination skills

For Interior Projects – Important Skills

Since PencilSketch mainly handles corporate/workplace interior projects, I would particularly look for candidates with experience in:

Interior BOQ + Quantity Take-off + Civil Works + Flooring + False Ceiling + Partition + Joinery + Furniture + Painting + Electrical/MEP coordination + Vendor Billing + Rate Analysis + Cost Control.

Role Overview

• Position: Merchandiser - Plush Toys
• Location: Greater Noida (Work from Office)
• Experience & CTC: 4–6 Years
• Education: Graduate (Textile preferred)
• Core Objective: Manage end-to-end order execution—from buyer communication and product costing to sampling, production tracking, quality compliance, and timely export shipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Buyer & Account Management: Serve as the primary contact for buyer inquiries, quotations, order confirmations, and relationship management.
• Sampling & Costing: Oversee sample development/approvals and build detailed product costing sheets to meet target gross margins.
• Sourcing & Production: Coordinate with sourcing for fabrics, fillings, and trims, while monitoring factory production schedules to prevent delays.
• Quality & Logistics: Partner with QA to enforce safety and product standards, and coordinate with export/logistics teams for final documentation and dispatch.

Key Requirements & Skills

• Technical: Strong background in plush/soft toys or textiles, product costing, sourcing, production tracking, export documentation, MS Excel, and ERP systems.
• Behavioral: High attention to detail, negotiation skills, multi-order management, and strong cross-functional coordination.

🚀 We are Hiring: Cost Accountant (Assistant Manager)

Are you a finance professional skilled in cost optimisation, product costing, and inventory control? We are looking for a sharp, analytical Cost Accountant (Assistant Manager) to join the finance team on-site in Greater Noida!

📍 Location: Greater Noida (Work From Office)

💼 Experience: 2+ Years

🎓 Education: B.Com / M.Com (Mandatory) | MBA Finance (Preferred)

Key Responsibilities

• Product Costing: Maintain accurate SKU-wise costing and analyze cost variances.
• Inventory Management: Oversee inventory valuation, stock reconciliation, and physical stock audits.
• MIS & Profitability: Build daily/weekly/monthly MIS dashboards and identify cost drivers.
• Procurement Audit: Verify purchase orders, vendor bills, and handle discrepancy resolutions.

What We Are Looking For

• Strong expertise in Advanced MS Excel and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Tally, or equivalent).
• Experience in Manufacturing, FMCG, Consumer Goods, Toys, or Retail sectors.
• Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, and financial compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Tender & RFP Management

• Identify relevant Government Tenders, RFPs, RFQs, EOI and GeM opportunities aligned with the company's capabilities.
• Study tender documents, eligibility criteria, technical specifications, BOQ, commercial requirements and contractual conditions.
• Coordinate with the Presales, Technical, Projects, Procurement, Finance and Legal teams for bid preparation.
• Prepare and coordinate technical and commercial proposals in accordance with tender requirements.
• Track tender timelines, pre-bid meetings, corrigenda, bid submissions, technical evaluations and commercial openings.
• Coordinate for EMD, PBG, tender fees and other required documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in relevant domain
• MBA in Sales/Marketing/Business Development will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in Government bids.

·      Process and verify invoices, payments, and expense reports.

·      Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) activities.

·      Perform bank, vendor, and customer account reconciliations.

·      Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports.

·      Monitor cash flow and assist in forecasting activities.

·      Support month-end and year-end closing processes.

·      Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

·      Coordinate with international teams and stakeholders during shift hours.

·      Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.

·      Assist in audit preparations and respond to audit queries.

·      Identify process improvement opportunities and support automation initiatives.

·      Taken care of additional responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications

·      Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting, or related field.

·      2 years of experience in Finance & Accounts.

·      Strong knowledge of AP, AR, General Ledger, and reconciliations.

·      Proficiency in MS Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, formulas).

·      Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

·      Strong communication skills for interacting with global teams.

·      Willingness to work in permanent night shifts.

Key Skills

·      Financial Analysis

·      Accounts Payable & Receivable

·      Reconciliation

·      Reporting & MIS

·      Advanced Excel

·      Attention to Detail

Strong Procurement Leadership Profile from Steel / Mining / heavy-industry background

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Mandatory (Experience 1): Must have 15+ years of overall procurement experience, with the recent 7+ years in Steel, Mining, Metals, or related heavy industries

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Mandatory (Experience 2): Must have strong experience in strategic sourcing, vendor management, negotiations, and cost reduction

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Mandatory (Experience 3): Must have experience managing large-value procurement and complex supplier ecosystems

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Mandatory (Experience 4): Must have experience developing and executing procurement strategies aligned with business and project requirements

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Mandatory (Experience 5): Must have experience managing purchase contracts, commercial terms, and supplier performance, and developing alternate/backup sources

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Mandatory (Experience 6): Must have proven ability to lead and mentor procurement teams and drive measurable savings.

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Mandatory (Skill 1): Must have strong commercial, analytical, and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally (Projects, Operations, Finance, Stores, Engineering)

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Mandatory (Skill 2): Must have experience monitoring procurement budgets, savings, and key procurement KPIs, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and governance

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Mandatory (Industry): Must come from a Steel or Mining industry background (Metals / heavy industry acceptable)

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Mandatory (Education): B.Tech is mandatory

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Mandatory (Note): This role is for the Indian Subsidiary of AIG - Afrzen

Position: Site Supervisor (Luxury Interiors & Furniture)

Location: New Delhi & Mumbai

Role Summary

The Site Supervisor will be responsible for managing day-to-day site operations, ensuring smooth execution of interior and furniture works, coordinating with vendors and contractors, maintaining quality standards, and delivering projects within committed timelines.

Key Responsibilities

Site Execution & Supervision

• Supervise all on-site interior and furniture installation activities.
• Ensure execution is carried out as per approved drawings, BOQs, specifications, and design intent.
• Coordinate civil, carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, painting, glass, metal, stone, and furniture works.
• Monitor project progress and ensure adherence to project schedules.
• Conduct regular site inspections and maintain quality control standards.

Vendor & Contractor Management

• Coordinate and manage subcontractors, labor teams, and vendors.
• Ensure manpower availability as per project requirements.
• Monitor productivity and workmanship of contractors.
• Resolve on-site execution issues and report critical concerns to management.

Quality Control

• Ensure premium quality finishing in all interior and furniture works.
• Conduct quality checks before handover of each work stage.
• Ensure materials used on site match approved specifications.
• Maintain luxury finish standards and attention to detail.

Client & Consultant Coordination

• Attend client meetings and site review meetings.
• Coordinate with architects, designers, consultants, and project managers.
• Update stakeholders regarding site progress and challenges.
• Ensure client requirements are properly implemented.

Material Management

• Track material deliveries and inventory.
• Verify quantities and quality of incoming materials.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of materials.
• Minimize wastage and maintain material records.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports.
• Maintain site records, work schedules, labor attendance, and material consumption reports.
• Document site measurements and execution details.
• Update management on project milestones and delays.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with site safety standards.
• Conduct regular safety inspections.
• Ensure workers use required PPE and follow safety protocols.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.

Project Handover

• Prepare snag lists and ensure closure before handover.
• Coordinate final inspections and quality checks.
• Ensure timely and successful project completion and handover.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Diploma / Degree in Civil Engineering, Interior Design, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 3–8 years of experience in interior fit-out and furniture execution projects.
• Experience in luxury residences, premium corporate offices, commercial buildings, or hospitality projects preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, interior, and furniture drawings.
• Knowledge of site measurements and BOQ verification.
• Strong understanding of materials, finishes, and luxury furniture detailing.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Office, and project reporting.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to handle multiple sites and tight deadlines.

Preferred Experience

• High-end corporate office interiors.
• Luxury residential projects.
• Commercial towers and fit-outs.
• Custom furniture and millwork execution.
• Turnkey interior projects.