Buyer

As a global leader in precision measurement sensing technologies, VPG addresses an expanding array of applications in which accuracy, reliability, and repeatability make the difference. Whether in the design and safety of new generations of cars, trucks, and planes or optimizing advanced medical equipment and consumer products, VPG’s deep engineering expertise makes the world safer, smarter, and more productive.       

We are seeking a highly motivated Buyer at Oragadam, Chennai to join our Purchase team on a full-time basis.

Major Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Ensure on time Delivery, Paneling Cost-Effective Source, Ensure Alternate source for assigned commodity,
• Ensure availability, Maintaining QMS records ( ISO 9001, IATF 16949 ),
• Floating RFQ, Preparing Comparative Statement, Negotiation, Paneling optimum source, Drive supplier for long term association,
• Supplier Development for customized requirement,
• Supplier Audit ( New Supplier Assessment, Sample lot, Pilot Lot, Mass Prod ),
• Monitoring & Ensure Supplier performance Rating, 
• Co-ordinate with All CFT for day in day out activity ( Planning, PE, Quality, Prod, Logistics Accounts ),
• Ensure on time delivery GRN, IR, COC availability, Payment release to supplier’s, Reconciliation of payment – Periodically,
• Capex & Non BOM material Purchase (Identifying potential suppliers, negotiation and finalization of orders )
• Handling All Service Agreements (Ensure Validity of Agreement by regular review, Clearing of Monthly Bills),
• Scrap Disposal – Thru Auction,

Essential Competencies

• Sourcing,
• Knowledge on Cost Analysis,
• Execution of Contract / Agreement, Negotiation,
• Commodities Market Price.

Good to have Competencies

• Non-Bom, CAPEX handling,
• Activity base costing

Technical Competencies:

• Understanding of Drawings,
• Process Knowledge ( Machining, PCBA, Cable Assy ),

Soft Skills:



Academic/Professional Education: B.E/ B.Tech

Relevant Experience: 10 + Years.