Purchase Coordinator

Purchase Coordinator

Industry: Tea manufacturing and tea estates
Reports to: Management
Salary: ₹20,000–₹30,000 per month

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate procurement of materials, spare parts, consumables, and other requirements for factories and tea estates.
• Obtain quotations, compare prices, and negotiate with vendors.
• Prepare purchase orders based on approved requirements.
• Coordinate with stores, factories, gardens, and accounts teams to ensure timely procurement and delivery.
• Maintain purchase records, vendor details, and documentation.
• Monitor prices, track orders, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure purchases follow company procedures and approval limits.

Requirements

• Graduate in any discipline.
• At least 2 years of purchase or procurement experience, preferably in manufacturing, tea, or estate operations.
• Good communication, negotiation, and Excel skills.
• Strong organisational skills, integrity, and attention to detail.

Important Controls

All purchases must follow management-approved procedures. Unauthorised purchases and splitting purchase orders are prohibited. Changes to approved vendors, specifications, or quantities require authorisation.