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The Purchase Head will be responsible for leading and managing the complete procurement function across projects, ensuring cost optimization, timely delivery, vendor excellence, and process standardization. The role requires strong leadership in multi-category sourcing, vendor development, and ERP-driven procurement operations within the architecture, interior fit-out, and construction ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

1. Procurement Management

  • Lead end-to-end procurement activities across multiple categories, including:
  • C&I subcontracting, system furniture, carpets, chairs, loose furniture
  • Blinds, ceilings, glazed partitions, sanitaryware
  • Green walls, graphics & signage
  • MEP, acoustics, lighting, BIM & consultant services
  • Manage complete procurement lifecycle from tendering, bid evaluation, negotiations, PO issuance, to contract closure.
  • Float and manage online tenders on PROCOL, including pre-tender and pre-bid meetings.
  • Conduct open-book and lump-sum negotiations; prepare comparative statements (CS) and submit recommendations for management approval.
  • Create, validate, and maintain BOQs, PRs, and POs, ensuring adherence to approval workflows.
  • Develop and finalize rate contracts with consultants and suppliers across MEP, lighting, acoustics, IoT, kitchen, and allied services.

2. Vendor Management
  • Build, maintain, and continuously evaluate a strategic vendor base to ensure quality, competitiveness, and reliability.
  • Drive contractor and supplier empanelment, performance reviews, and re-evaluation processes.
  • Establish and implement standardized supplier management policies and procurement SOPs.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to leverage vendor innovation and enhance supplier capabilities.
  • Conduct vendor capacity mapping to meet evolving project demands and ensure uninterrupted business continuity.

3. Project Coordination & Planning
  • Carry out production requirement planning (PRP) and procurement scheduling to ensure timely material availability at project sites.
  • Coordinate closely with project operations teams and suppliers to optimize inventory levels and meet project timelines.
  • Customize Bills of Material (BOM) for closure of additional items arising during the execution phase.
  • Prepare and monitor Project Trackers, MIS reports, and vendor payment backlog statements to support management decisions.

Key Result Areas (KRAs)
  • Timely procurement and delivery of materials across projects.
  • Cost optimization through strategic sourcing and long-term rate contracts.
  • Strong vendor partnerships and improved supplier performance.
  • Standardized procurement processes with reduced operational complexity.
  • Successful implementation of procurement automation and ERP integration.
  • On-time closure of procurement, billing, and contractual obligations.

Qualifications & Experience
  • Graduate / Postgraduate in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or Business Administration.
  • 15–20 years of experience in Purchase, vendor development, and supply chain management.
  • Prior experience in interior fit-out, furniture, construction, or architectural firms is strongly preferred.
  • Strong working knowledge of SAP, ERP systems, and e-Procurement platforms.
  • Proven expertise in vendor negotiations, rate finalization, and multi-category sourcing.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and cross-functional stakeholder management skills.

Job Detail

  • Type:
    Full Time/Permanent
  • Shift:
    First Shift (Day)
  • Positions:
    2
  • Gender:
    No Preference
  • Degree:
    Graduation
  • Education:
    BE
  • Industry:
    Architecture / Interior

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