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Procurement / Purchase Specialist

Full Time

Rathi Switch and Lights

Bhotebahal, Kathmandu District Administration Oct 06, 2026 (30 days left)

Salary

Not Disclosed

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Job Overview

Openings 1

Industry Import & Trading

Category Administration

Job Level Senior Level

Job Type Full Time

Salary Not Disclosed

Education Masters

Experience 3 + years

Job Shift Day

Gender Both

Required Skills

Purchase Letter of credit Advance Excel Vendor Management Negotiation Documentation Reporting Supply chain & logistics management

Job Description

Job Summary

We are looking for an analytical, proactive, and result-driven Procurement / Purchase Specialist to manage end-to-end purchasing activities and support efficient supply chain operations. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in vendor management, negotiation, costing, Letter of Credit (LC) procedures, import documentation, and advanced Excel.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end procurement and purchasing process, from supplier sourcing to order completion.
Handle Letter of Credit (LC) issuance, amendments, and related trade finance documentation.
Prepare and manage import/export and other international trade documents.
Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable suppliers based on quality, pricing, delivery, and service.
Negotiate with suppliers to achieve competitive pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contractual conditions.
Conduct landed cost calculations, purchase costing, budget tracking, and cost analysis.
Monitor purchase orders, deliveries, lead times, and supplier performance to ensure timely availability of materials.
Use Advanced Excel to analyze procurement data, prepare spending reports, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Maintain accurate procurement records, vendor databases, quotations, purchase orders, and related documentation.
Coordinate closely with Finance, Logistics, Inventory, and Management to ensure smooth purchasing and inventory flow.
Monitor market prices, supplier trends, and sourcing opportunities to support better purchasing decisions.
Prepare regular procurement, purchase, costing, and supplier performance reports for management.
Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, approved budgets, and applicable trade procedures.

Job Specification

Education & Experience

Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Management, Commerce, or a related field.
Masters degree prefered.
3–5 years of relevant experience in Procurement, Purchasing, Supply Chain, or a similar role.
Experience in international purchasing/import operations will be an advantage.

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of Letter of Credit (LC) procedures and trade finance operations.
Good understanding of import/export documentation and international trade processes.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including:
- VLOOKUP / XLOOKUP
- Pivot Tables
- SUMIFS / COUNTIFS
- Financial and costing formulas
- Data analysis and reporting
- Basic data modeling
Strong understanding of purchase costing and landed cost calculation.
Familiarity with ERP, procurement, or inventory management systems is an advantage.

Core Competencies

Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
Excellent analytical and cost-management abilities.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Good planning, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and coordination skills.
Ability to manage multiple procurement activities and deadlines.
Strong commercial awareness and decision-making ability.

Language Skills

Fluent in English and Hindi, both spoken and written.
Nepali language proficiency will be an advantage.

Personal Attributes

Proactive and result-oriented.
Detail-oriented and organized.
Collaborative team player.
Accountable and reliable.
Active learner with the ability and willingness to quickly learn new processes, systems, and tools.
Able to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end procurement and purchasing process, from supplier sourcing to order completion.
Handle Letter of Credit (LC) issuance, amendments, and related trade finance documentation.
Prepare and manage import/export and other international trade documents.
Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable suppliers based on quality, pricing, delivery, and service.
Negotiate with suppliers to achieve competitive pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contractual conditions.
Conduct landed cost calculations, purchase costing, budget tracking, and cost analysis.
Monitor purchase orders, deliveries, lead times, and supplier performance to ensure timely availability of materials.
Use Advanced Excel to analyze procurement data, prepare spending reports, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Maintain accurate procurement records, vendor databases, quotations, purchase orders, and related documentation.
Coordinate closely with Finance, Logistics, Inventory, and Management to ensure smooth purchasing and inventory flow.
Monitor market prices, supplier trends, and sourcing opportunities to support better purchasing decisions.
Prepare regular procurement, purchase, costing, and supplier performance reports for management.
Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, approved budgets, and applicable trade procedures.

Education & Experience

Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Management, Commerce, or a related field.
Masters degree prefered.
3–5 years of relevant experience in Procurement, Purchasing, Supply Chain, or a similar role.
Experience in international purchasing/import operations will be an advantage.

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of Letter of Credit (LC) procedures and trade finance operations.
Good understanding of import/export documentation and international trade processes.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including:
- VLOOKUP / XLOOKUP
- Pivot Tables
- SUMIFS / COUNTIFS
- Financial and costing formulas
- Data analysis and reporting
- Basic data modeling
Strong understanding of purchase costing and landed cost calculation.
Familiarity with ERP, procurement, or inventory management systems is an advantage.

Core Competencies

Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
Excellent analytical and cost-management abilities.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Good planning, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and coordination skills.
Ability to manage multiple procurement activities and deadlines.
Strong commercial awareness and decision-making ability.

Language Skills

Fluent in English and Hindi, both spoken and written.
Nepali language proficiency will be an advantage.

Personal Attributes

Proactive and result-oriented.
Detail-oriented and organized.
Collaborative team player.
Accountable and reliable.
Active learner with the ability and willingness to quickly learn new processes, systems, and tools.
Able to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.

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Rathi Switch and Lights

Import & Trading

Rathi Group is one of the oldest and largest business houses in the country. The group operates from the industrial city of Biratnagar, Nepal. The group was founded by Late Seth Shri. Rama Kishan Rathi whose name is taken with immense respect and symbol for honesty, sincerity, integrity and hard work in the business community of Nepal. Late Rama Kishan Rathi, a man of dreams, whose forefathers came all the way from Rajasthan in search of better living and prosperity for the family. The hard work and toil of Late Rama Kishan Rathi along with his two brothers Shrikishan Rathi and Jaikishan Rathi established them as a successful entrepreneur and an important pillar of the society. Rama Kishan Rathi commenced the business by trading the commodities procured from nearby Indian market and selling the same to the local market and the adjacent rural markets. Further, he embarked into the rice business and established JUGAL RICE & OIL MILLS Pvt. Ltd. This venture became a history in the country’s rice export, and he was soon recognized as the “Rice King of Nepal”. The company exported quality rice to not only the Asian countries but also to few European countries. Rama Kishan Rathi also played a vital role in building a better and harmonious society where the citizens can live in peace and brotherhood. Out of his hard-earned property, he donated few acres of land to the society to build a community hall where social gatherings can be organized. Apart from this, he also took active part in all the social activities. The group has now further diversified their business into multiple business trajectories of hospitality, import & export, logistics, manufacturing, services and trading.