Vendor Management Executive

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.

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

Purchase Manager – CAPEX & OPEX (Heavy Machinery Procurement)

Location: A&D Plant, Mahindra world city Ajmer road , Bagrur area

Industry: Export – Furniture, Home Décor, Lifestyle Products, Stone & Building Material, Hospitality industry.

Reporting To: Director

Company Name - A&D International (Part of Art Asia)

Company details

Driven by the spirit of two young engineers, Artasia came into being in 1996 in the compounds of a small 5000 sq ft unit with the vision of creating contemporary products rooted in the tradition of Indian crafts and methods of construction, they set out on an exploratory journey to figure out what was expected in the international markets.

Initially, it began as handicraft exports, but was soon transformed into a furniture export unit. Eventually, the myriad world of textiles was hard to resist and to create a holistic product range, we found ourselves exporting home textiles and furnishings as well as upholstered furniture.

At artasia, we believe how you make something is as important as what you make. We take great pride in having been the industry pioneers in various processes of manufacturing, polishing and packaging. 

Location

Mahindra world city, Ajmer road

Mode of Working

Work from the office - Days of Working - 6 days

Responsibilities

Role Overview

The Purchase Manager – CAPEX & OPEX will be responsible for the end-to-end procurement of capital equipment, manufacturing machinery, utilities, plant infrastructure, engineering services, spare parts, maintenance consumables, and indirect materials across multiple manufacturing facilities.

The role requires strategic sourcing, vendor development, commercial negotiations, procurement planning, project coordination, and cost optimization while ensuring timely availability of machinery and operational resources to support manufacturing expansion and uninterrupted plant operations

Key Responsibilities

CAPEX Procurement (Heavy Machinery & Plant Expansion)

• Lead end-to-end procurement of heavy manufacturing machinery, production equipment, plant utilities, and capital assets.
• Source machinery based on technical specifications provided by Engineering, Production, and Maintenance teams.
• Coordinate technical and commercial evaluations with internal stakeholders.
• Manage RFQs, techno-commercial comparisons, vendor negotiations, and purchase order finalization.
• Coordinate machine installation schedules with vendors and project teams.
• Ensure timely delivery, installation, commissioning, and warranty documentation.
• Track CAPEX budgets and procurement milestones for plant expansion projects.
• Maintain complete documentation related to machinery procurement and project execution.

OPEX Procurement (Maintenance & Operational Purchases)

• Procure maintenance spares, consumables, electrical items, mechanical components, MRO materials, safety equipment, utilities, and indirect purchases.
• Ensure uninterrupted availability of operational materials for manufacturing plants.
• Monitor inventory levels for critical engineering and maintenance items.
• Coordinate with Maintenance, Engineering, Production, and Stores for procurement planning.
• Optimize procurement lead times to minimize production downtime.

Vendor Development & Strategic Sourcing

• Identify, evaluate, onboard, and develop suppliers for machinery, industrial equipment, engineering services, and operational materials.
• Build long-term strategic partnerships with OEMs, manufacturers, and authorized distributors.
• Conduct vendor capability assessments and performance reviews.
• Develop alternate sourcing strategies for critical machinery and spare parts.
• Monitor supplier performance based on quality, delivery, pricing, and service.

Commercial Negotiation & Cost Optimization

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, warranty conditions, Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMC), and Service Level Agreements (SLA).
• Drive cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality or delivery.
• Perform Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis before finalizing high-value purchases.
• Track procurement savings and identify opportunities for commercial improvements.
• Ensure procurement within approved CAPEX and OPEX budgets.

Procurement Planning & Project Coordination

• Collaborate with Engineering, Projects, Production, Finance, and Maintenance teams to understand procurement requirements.
• Develop procurement schedules aligned with project timelines.
• Track procurement progress from requisition to commissioning.
• Identify procurement risks and proactively mitigate delays.
• Support new plant setup, expansion, and modernization initiatives.

Inventory & Stores Coordination

• Monitor inventory levels of critical machinery spares and engineering consumables.
• Prevent stock shortages while optimizing inventory carrying costs.
• Coordinate with Stores for inward inspection and inventory accuracy.
• Support periodic inventory audits and stock reconciliation.

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure procurement complies with company policies and statutory requirements.
• Maintain accurate purchase orders, contracts, technical specifications, vendor documentation, and payment records.
• Maintain audit-ready procurement documentation.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental procurement standards.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• 100% on-time procurement of CAPEX machinery as per project schedules.
• ≥95% on-time availability of OPEX materials and maintenance consumables.
• Procurement within approved CAPEX and OPEX budgets.
• Cost savings achieved through strategic sourcing and negotiations.
• ≥95% vendor on-time delivery performance.
• Zero production downtime due to procurement delays.
• 100% compliance with procurement policies and audit requirements.
• Inventory optimization with minimal stock-outs and controlled inventory ageing.

Interview process - Virtual and Face-to-Face

Skills: Required Skills

Technical Skills

• CAPEX Procurement
• OPEX Procurement
• Heavy Machinery Procurement
• Industrial Equipment Sourcing
• Plant & Factory Procurement
• Engineering Procurement
• MRO Procurement
• Technical Bid Evaluation
• Vendor Development
• Strategic Sourcing
• Contract Management
• Commercial Negotiation
• Cost Analysis
• Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
• RFQ/RFP Management
• Purchase Order Management
• Inventory Management
• ERP Systems (SAP/Oracle/MS Dynamics/Tally or equivalent)
• MS Excel & MIS Reporting

Soft Skills

• Strong Negotiation Skills
• Analytical Thinking
• Stakeholder Management
• Decision Making
• Project Coordination
• Problem Solving
• Leadership & Team Collaboration
• High Ownership and Accountability

Education

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• MBA (Operations/Supply Chain) will be an added advantage.

Experience

• 7–15+ years of experience in Procurement/Purchase.
• Proven experience in CAPEX procurement of heavy machinery and manufacturing equipment.
• Strong experience in OPEX procurement, MRO materials, engineering consumables, and maintenance purchases.
• Experience in furniture manufacturing, engineering, automotive, heavy engineering, process manufacturing, metals, building materials, or industrial manufacturing will be preferred

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work with one of India's leading export manufacturing organizations.
• Exposure to large-scale manufacturing expansion and capital investment projects.
• High-visibility role with direct interaction with senior leadership.
• Opportunity to drive strategic procurement initiatives across multiple manufacturing plants.
• Collaborative work culture with significant career growth opportunities.

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.

Admin Executive

Location: A&D Plant, Mahindra world city Ajmer road , Bagrur area

Industry: Export – Furniture, Home Décor, Lifestyle Products, Stone & Building Material, Hospitality industry.

Reporting To: Director

Company Name

A&D International (Part of Art Asia)

Company details

Driven by the spirit of two young engineers, Artasia came into being in 1996 in the compounds of a small 5000 sq ft unit with the vision of creating contemporary products rooted in the tradition of Indian crafts and methods of construction, they set out on an exploratory journey to figure out what was expected in the international markets.

Initially, it began as handicraft exports, but was soon transformed into a furniture export unit. Eventually, the myriad world of textiles was hard to resist and to create a holistic product range, we found ourselves exporting home textiles and furnishings as well as upholstered furniture.

At artasia, we believe how you make something is as important as what you make. We take great pride in having been the industry pioneers in various processes of manufacturing, polishing and packaging. 

Location - Mahindra world city, Ajmer road

Mode of Working - Work from the office

Days of Working - 6 days

Responsibilities

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Admin Executive to oversee end-to-end administrative operations, vendor coordination, and facility management. The role is critical in ensuring smooth day-to-day office functioning, maintaining workplace standards, and managing vendor relationships efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Vendor Management

• Identify, onboard, and manage vendors for office supplies, housekeeping, security, and facility services
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service-level agreements (SLAs)
• Track vendor performance and ensure adherence to agreed service standards
• Process vendor invoices, maintain records, and coordinate with finance for timely payments
• Conduct periodic vendor evaluations and audits

Administration & Office Management

• Oversee daily administrative operations to ensure smooth office functioning
• Manage procurement and inventory of office supplies and assets
• Maintain administrative records, documentation, and compliance trackers
• Support internal teams with logistical and administrative requirements
• Coordinate travel, accommodation, and event arrangements as needed

Facilities Management

• Ensure optimal functioning of office infrastructure, utilities, and equipment
• Coordinate with internal teams and external service providers for repairs and maintenance
• Monitor facility-related budgets and cost optimization initiatives
• Ensure workplace safety, compliance, and adherence to company policies
• Manage office space utilization and seating arrangements

Housekeeping & Workplace Hygiene

• Supervise housekeeping staff and ensure cleanliness standards are consistently maintained
• Schedule and monitor cleaning activities across office premises
• Ensure hygiene compliance in common areas such as pantry, restrooms, and meeting rooms
• Conduct routine inspections and maintain quality standards

Interview process - Virtual and Face-to-Face

Skills:

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
• 2–5 years of experience in administration, facilities, or vendor management
• Strong vendor negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Good understanding of facility operations and office administration processes
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Attention to detail with a problem-solving mindset

Why Join Us?

• Work with leading furniture export industry
• Work will consistently growing company
• Work with Leaders of 25 years+ experience
• Amazing work Life Culture with Growth opportunities

For this role, we’re looking for a Key Account Manager who can build and scale our vendor base in India. It’s not a traditional account management role - there’s a strong hunting component. You’ll identify and close new vendors, negotiate commercials, onboard them, and then grow their business on Fleek.

The role is Delhi-based, on-site and field-heavy, so you’ll spend significant time meeting vendors and visiting supply hubs.

We’re looking for someone with around 3–5 years of experience in KAM, vendor/seller management, B2B growth or marketplaces, ideally someone who has directly owned acquisition and commercial numbers.

Knowledge / Experience

· 7+ years of experience in SAP MM functional consulting with strong domain expertise in procurement processes.

· Hands-on experience in SAP MM and SAP Ariba Supply Chain Collaboration implementation, configuration, and support.

· Strong understanding of procurement, inventory management, and supplier collaboration end-to-end processes.

· Proven experience working with Purchase Orders (PO), Goods Receipt (GR), Invoice Verification (IV), ASN processing, and supplier collaboration workflows.

· Experience working in SAP ECC and/or SAP S/4HANA environments with knowledge of end-to-end procurement cycles.

· Good understanding of EDI, IDocs, APIs, and supplier integration mechanisms across SAP landscapes.

· Experience in requirements gathering, solution design, system configuration, testing, and production support.

· Strong knowledge of supply chain operations, procurement lifecycle, and supplier engagement processes.

· Exposure to Agile methodologies and SAP implementation frameworks is preferred.

· Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and deliver within structured project environments.

Key Leadership Competencies (4-6)

Note: Competencies selected should be job-related

· Drives Results

· Tech Savvy

· Action Oriented

· Building Collaborative Relationships 

· Understanding the Business 

· Managing Execution 

Handle end-to-end recruitment from sourcing to onboarding.

Source candidates through LinkedIn, job portals, referrals, and databases.

Screen resumes and conduct initial telephonic interviews.

Coordinate interviews with candidates and hiring managers.

Manage candidate follow-ups, offer discussions, and joining formalities.

Maintain recruitment trackers and build a strong talent pipeline.

Work closely with the team to close positions within timelines.

Location: Chennai (On-site)

Experience: Minimum 2+ years in e-commerce operations

About the Company

A leading premium menswear brand with a strong omni-channel presence across India. The company is known for its high-quality apparel and growing e-commerce footprint via its own platform and leading marketplaces.

Role Overview

The Ecommerce Manager – Operations will be responsible for ensuring seamless marketplace operations, catalog accuracy, supply chain coordination, and operational excellence across platforms. This role requires strong analytical skills, vendor management capabilities, and hands-on execution to support digital growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Marketplace Operations: Manage daily operations across Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra, Ajio, TataCliq, and other marketplaces.
• Catalog Management: Oversee product listings, SKU creation, stock updates, and campaign readiness.
• Order Fulfillment: Coordinate with supply chain teams to ensure timely dispatches, inventory accuracy, and smooth customer experience.
• Vendor & Partner Coordination: Liaise with marketplace SPOCs, logistics partners, and internal teams for operational efficiency.
• Performance Monitoring: Track KPIs including order accuracy, turnaround time, returns, and reconciliation.
• Process Optimization: Identify gaps, streamline workflows, and implement automation for efficiency.
• Compliance & Reporting: Ensure adherence to marketplace policies and generate weekly/monthly operational reports.

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of e-commerce operations and marketplace workflows
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel; familiarity with ERP/e-commerce tools preferred
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving orientation
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work on-site in Chennai with cross-functional teams

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, or related field
• MBA preferred but not mandatory

Note: The interested professionals with relevant experience should be currently based in South India.

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.