Purchase Specialist

Job Description

Company: III Studio

Role Description

The ideal candidate will ensure that all items are procured at the best possible price, meet quality standards, and are delivered on time to align with project schedules.

Roles And Responsibilities

Vendor Management:

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, vendors, and contractors.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions.

• Source and purchase materials, furnishings, fixtures, and equipment required for interior design projects.
• Ensure that all purchased items meet project specifications and quality standards.
• Coordinate with project managers and designers to determine procurement needs.

• Work closely with project managers and finance teams to establish and manage project budgets.
• Monitor and control procurement costs to ensure projects remain within budget constraints.

• Conduct quality checks on received materials and products to ensure they meet the required standards.
• Address any quality issues promptly and work with suppliers to resolve them.

• Oversee the logistics and shipping of materials to project sites.
• Ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of materials.
• Compliance and Documentation:
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain detailed procurement records and documentation for auditing purposes.

• Analyze costs associated with different procurement options and recommended cost-effective solutions.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality.

• Bachelor's degree
• 2-4 years of experience in purchase, procurement, preferably within the interior design, construction, or furniture industry.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in procurement software, MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and inventory management tools.
• Familiarity with interior design materials and suppliers is a plus.

• Knowledge of industry trends, supplier markets, and procurement best practices.
• Prior experience working with high-end or luxury interior design projects.
• Fluency in English and Hindi (Telugu is a plus).

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• A dynamic, creative work environment with opportunities for career advancement.
• Collaboration with a passionate and innovative team in a fast-growing interior design firm.

Skills: logistics,real estate,budget management,interior design,communication,negotiation,quality assurance,procurement,cost analysis,vendor management,compliance,organizational skills