Sr. Executive- Purchase

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

In this role, you will manage and execute operational purchasing activities for Indirect Materials and services, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and compliant procurement in line with Group Purchasing policies, principles, and procedures. By collaborating closely with local stakeholders and Group Purchasing teams, you will support business objectives through efficient sourcing, supplier management, and continuous improvement of procurement processes.

This role is based in Ranjangaon, Pune, and reports to the Purchase Manager.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.

• 3+ years of experience in raw material purchasing, supply chain operations, and import processes, including customs and regulatory compliance.

• Strong communication and negotiation skills; proficient in English, advanced Excel, and ERP/SAP systems.

Personal Qualities

• Acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results.

• Uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities and allocates resources effectively.

• Focuses on bottom-line results, identifies potential risks and monitors the financial impact of own activities.

• Quickly understands and analyzes complex issues and problems; comes up with sound and rational judgments.

• Demonstrates specialist knowledge and expertise in own area; participates in continuous professional development.

• Communicates in a clear, precise and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning Jotun Academy.

• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies

• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores

• A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self

• A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities

POSITION INFORMATION

Company:

Jotun India Private Limited

Contract Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy):

23.09.2026

WHO WE ARE

Jotun’s story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.Jotun India Private Ltd., established in 2006, is one of the key markets within the MEIA region. With a production a facility, warehouse and more than 400+ employees, we aim to further strengthen Jotun’s position in India through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability.

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Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.

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If you think that this role is what you could be doing next, apply now!