Purchase Executive in Chennai

Job Responsibilities: • Identify and coordinate with vendors and suppliers. • Source materials and obtain quotations. • Negotiate prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules. • Prepare and process Purchase Orders (POs). • Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials. • Coordinate with stores, warehouse, and accounts teams. • Maintain purchase records and vendor details. • Resolve supplier-related issues and ensure quality standards. • Monitor inventory and arrange timely procurement of materials. Required Skills: • Good communication and negotiation skills. • Basic knowledge of procurement and purchasing processes. • Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Office. • Good organizational and follow-up skills. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise. Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow. For more information, visit WPP.com. What you'll be doing: Team Leadership and Management: Supervise, mentor, and train a team of Accounts Payable Specialists. Delegate tasks effectively and monitor team performance against established goals and KPIs. Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members. Foster a positive and collaborative team environment. Address and resolve employee issues and concerns promptly and effectively. Ensure adequate staffing levels and manage team schedules. P2P Process Oversight: Oversee the entire Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process, from purchase requisition to payment disbursement. Ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices, purchase orders, and payment requests. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the P2P cycle. Monitor and resolve discrepancies related to invoices, purchase orders, and payments. Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders (e.g., Purchasing, Receiving, Finance) to ensure smooth P2P operations. Compliance and Controls: Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulat