Procurement Assistant

We're Hiring: Procurement Assistant

Join Our Team at Mothers!

At Mother's, we believe that quality products begin with the right ingredients, reliable suppliers, and efficient procurement processes.

We are looking for a Procurement Assistant to support our purchase team in sourcing materials, coordinating with suppliers, maintaining purchase records, and ensuring the timely availability of raw materials and packaging materials for our manufacturing operations.

If you are organised, detail-oriented, and enjoy working with vendors, data, and processes, we'd love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Purchase Manager in procuring raw materials, packaging materials, consumables, and other requirements.
• Obtain quotations from suppliers, compare prices, and prepare comparative statements for purchase decisions.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding purchase orders, delivery schedules, pricing, and material availability.
• Prepare and maintain purchase orders, supplier records, quotations, and other procurement documents.
• Coordinate with Stores, Production, Quality, and Finance teams to ensure timely procurement and material availability.
• Follow up on pending orders, delayed deliveries, and material shortages to prevent operational disruptions.
• Maintain accurate purchase records and update procurement trackers and ERP systems.
• Assist in identifying new suppliers and maintaining an updated supplier database.
• Verify supplier invoices and supporting documents in coordination with the Accounts team.
• Support the Purchase Manager in monitoring purchase costs, supplier performance, and procurement process improvements.

What We're Looking For

• Graduate in Commerce, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or purchase coordination; freshers with relevant skills may also apply.
• Basic understanding of purchase orders, quotations, vendor coordination, and inventory requirements.
• Good working knowledge of MS Excel and other MS Office applications.
• Familiarity with ERP or inventory management software is an advantage.
• Strong communication, coordination, and follow-up skills.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate documentation.
• A responsible, proactive, and organised approach to work.
• Fluency in Malayalam and working knowledge of English.

Why Join Mothers?

• Be part of an established food manufacturing company with ambitious growth plans.
• Gain practical experience in procurement and supply chain operations.
• Work closely with experienced professionals across departments.
• Develop your skills in supplier management, cost control, and procurement systems.
• Grow your career in a structured and supportive work environment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can send their updated CV to people@mothersfoods.in or apply directly.

Subject: Procurement Assistant – [Your Name]

If you enjoy keeping things organised, building good supplier relationships, and ensuring everything reaches the right place at the right time, we'd love to meet you!

Join Mothers and help us build stronger systems, one purchase at a time.

Pay: ₹18,000.00 - ₹27,000.00 per month

Experience

• Procurement: 1 year (Required)

Location

• Kochi, Kerala (Required)

Work Location: In person