Hiring: Store Assistant – Procurement | TSSSL – Tata Group 

Tata Steel Special Economic Zone Limited (TSSSL), a part of the prestigious Tata Group, is inviting applications for the role of Store Assistant in the Procurement Department at its Kalinganagar, Odisha location. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with experience in stores management, procurement support, SAP MM, and vendor coordination who want to grow their career with a trusted and rapidly growing industrial organization.

With a strong commitment to excellence, innovation, and ethical business operations, TSSSL offers a professional environment where your skills and contributions are valued. The Store Assistant role is crucial for ensuring smooth material movement, vendor coordination, documentation, and procurement operations within the organization.

About TSSSL and the Tata Group

TSSSL is part of the Tata Group, India’s most respected business conglomerate known for leadership, trust, ethics, and world-class operational standards. Working at TSSSL means being a part of a culture that prioritizes safety, transparency, teamwork, and continuous learning.

The Kalinganagar industrial region has evolved as one of the most advanced manufacturing clusters in Odisha. Joining TSSSL here provides exposure to modern supply chain systems, SAP-enabled procurement processes, and high-performance industrial operations.

Position Details

• Designation: Store Assistant

• Department: Procurement

• Qualification: Graduate / Post Graduate

• Experience Required: Minimum 2+ Years

• Vacancies: 02 Positions

• Location: Kalinganagar, Odisha

• Specific Skill Requirement: Strong working knowledge of SAP MM Module

This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual with a good understanding of procurement workflows, documentation, vendor handling, and SAP transactions related to material management.

Key Skills Required

To succeed in this role, the candidate must have:

• Hands-on experience in SAP MM Module

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Good command of MS Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Vendor coordination capabilities

• Ability to manage purchase requests, documents, and follow-ups

• Understanding of procurement processes and store operations

• Ability to maintain accuracy, discipline, and timelines in documentation

Job Responsibilities

As a Store Assistant in the Procurement Department, the candidate will be responsible for supporting the end-to-end procurement and material management workflow. The responsibilities include:

1. PR Handling & Vendor Paneling

• Processing and managing Purchase Requisitions (PRs)

• Coordinating with internal departments to understand material and service requirements

• Engaging in vendor paneling activities to identify suitable vendor partners

2. Issuing RFQs to Vendors

• Preparing and sending out Request for Quotations (RFQs)

• Ensuring accurate specifications, quantities, and requirements are conveyed

3. Vendor Follow-ups

• Following up with vendor partners for timely submission of quotations
• Maintaining communication to ensure clarity on technical and commercial requirements

4. Commercial Tabulation & PO Creation

• Preparing comparative price and commercial tabulations
• Assisting in Purchase Order (PO) creation in SAP
• Ensuring approvals and documentation are completed within timelines

5. MIS, Delivery Tracking & Reporting

• Monitoring delivery timelines and updating MIS reports
• Coordinating with logistics, vendors, and internal teams to ensure material availability
• Preparing weekly and monthly procurement status reports

6. Stakeholder Coordination

• Liaising with internal departments to understand procurement priorities
• Coordinating with external vendors for quotations, deliveries, clarifications, and PO terms
• Maintaining professional communication and building strong vendor relationships

7. Documentation & SAP Transactions

• Updating SAP MM with PR, RFQ, PO, GR, and other relevant entries
• Ensuring every procurement document is accurate and compliant with company policies
• Supporting audits and compliance checks with proper documentation

8. Communication & Administrative Support

• Handling email correspondence, drafting procurement notes, and maintaining records
• Supporting the Procurement team with administrative and documentation tasks

This role is essential for ensuring seamless procurement, material movement, accuracy in documentation, and timely vendor communication.

Who Should Apply?

This role is ideal for professionals who:

• Have 2+ years of experience in stores, procurement, or supply chain roles
• Have worked on procurement documentation and vendor management
• Possess strong knowledge of SAP MM Module
• Are comfortable working in fast-paced industrial environments
• Are detail-oriented, disciplined, and excellent with follow-up and documentation
• Have strong communication skills and a professional attitude

Why Join TSSSL?

• Work with the Tata Group, India’s most trusted business house
• Opportunity to grow within procurement, stores operations, and supply chain management
• Exposure to SAP-driven procurement workflows
• Professional, ethical, and employee-friendly work culture
• Stable long-term career prospects in a leading industrial region

Application Process

Interested and eligible candidates are requested to share their updated CV with the subject line:

“Store Assistant – Procurement”

📧 Email: recruitment@tstsl.tatasteel.com

Applicants are encouraged to send their CVs at the earliest, as the hiring process is currently active.