Head - Purchasing - Real Estate/Construction

Head of Purchasing Specializing in Real Estate/Construction Industry Experience : 15 years

- Formulate and implement long-term procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals.

- Identify, evaluate, and maintain strong relationships with key vendors and suppliers.

- Lead high-value negotiations to secure favorable pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules.

- Ensure timely, cost-effective procurement of materials and services across all projects.

- Drive supplier performance improvements through regular audits and performance reviews.

- Develop, monitor, and control annual procurement budgets, ensuring cost optimization.

- Coordinate closely with project, finance, and site teams to align procurement with execution timelines.

- Oversee and mentor the procurement team to ensure efficiency, compliance, and accountability.

- Optimize inventory levels and material planning to avoid shortages or excess stock.

- Ensure all procurement processes and contracts comply with legal and organizational standards.

- Maintain accurate documentation of all procurement transactions, contracts, and vendor data.

- Identify and mitigate procurement-related risks such as price fluctuations and supply delays.

- Generate regular reports on procurement KPIs, budget usage, inventory levels, and vendor performance.

- Provide strategic inputs for process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.

- Travel to vendor locations and project sites as required for inspections and negotiations.

Desired Candidate Profile:

- Proficient knowledge of procurement processes in the real estate/construction industry.

- Strong negotiation and communication skills.

- Ability to multitask and coordinate with multiple teams.

- Proficient in Highrise Kanixx.

- Attention to detail and good documentation practices.

- Willingness to travel to vendor locations and project sites when required.

Eligibility:

- Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in purchasing with a developer firm.