5 Cost Negotiation Jobs

Hiring Procurement Engineer (Male) for HVAC sourcing at Ashok Nagar, Chennai. Must manage vendors, pricing, ERP (Tally), and inventory. Mon–Sat, 9:30 AM–6:30 PM. Salary: 20K–25K. Exp: 1–2 yrs. Required Candidate profile Looking for UG-qualified male with 1–2 yrs HVAC procurement experience. Strong in vendor handling, ERP, Excel & HVAC materials (GI/MS/SS). Good communication & negotiation skills needed.

Roles and Responsibilities 1. Procurement & Sourcing Manage procurement for: Plastic materials: pallets, injection-moulded crates, thermoformed trays, corrugated sheets, and boxes. Returnable packaging kits. Customized metal pallets, trolleys, and metal sheets. Ensure on-time sourcing of all packaging and metal-related components to meet deployment requirements. Coordinate import purchases, including liaison with clearing agents and courier services. 2. Vendor Development & Management Identify, develop, and qualify new vendors for cost, quality, and delivery performance. Build and maintain long-term, performance-driven relationships with suppliers. Conduct vendor visits for audits and product validation. Monitor vendor compliance with service levels, quality standards, and contractual obligations. Drive continuous cost-reduction initiatives through vendor optimization and market intelligence. 3. Purchase Operations & Documentation Raise and manage: Material Requisition Orders (MRO) Purchase Orders (PO) Debit/Credit Notes Goods Receipt Notes (GRN) and Goods Inward Notes (GIN) Verify purchase bills for accuracy in rates, quantities, discounts, freight charges, tax compliance, and alignment with GIN and PO. Handle purchase returns and adjustments as needed. Ensure timely closure of monthly purchase cycles and submission of all reports to Finance, Accounts, and Management. 4. Payment & Financial Coordination Plan and track vendor payments to ensure timely processing. Coordinate closely with Finance to reconcile bills, taxation details (e.g., GST, excise), and settlement of credit/debit notes. 5. Strategic Procurement & Cost Control Conduct regular purchase and cost analysis to identify savings opportunities. Cut costs for both existing and new products. Optimize procurement processes to improve efficiency and reduce lead times. 6. Compliance & Policy Implementation Develop and enforce purchasing policies, procedures, and best practices. Ensure adherence to internal controls and audit readiness across all procurement functions. 7. Miscellaneous Perform any additional tasks as assigned by management. Desired Candidate Profile B.E. Mechanical Engineering with 35 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management, preferably in the packaging or automotive industry (Indirect sourcing). Strong experience in packaging material procurement, supplier strategy, cost estimation (bottom-up costing), negotiation, and vendor evaluation. Expertise in vendor management, identifying alternative suppliers, and re-evaluating existing vendors. Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint is highly desirable. Attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Sourcing and evaluating suppliers for mechanical, electrical, and fabricated components, Negotiating contracts, terms, and pricing to achieve cost-effective procurement, Issuing and managing purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with specifications, Monitoring inventory,stock Conducting regular vendor assessments and developing new supplier relationships to ensure a reliable supply chain Utilizing ERP systems for order processing, tracking, and reporting, Exp.- 3-6 in Purchase, preferably in the textile machinery sector. Understanding of mechanical and electrical components used in textile machinery.

Responsible for Purchase of raw materials (especially steels) and follow up with suppliers for deliveries. Identification of sub-contractors / Vendors and distribution of job orders. New vendor identification. Follow up with vendors for sub-contractor items and ensuring timely deliveries. Identification and supply of bought out items. Issuing purchase orders and contracts. Coordination with stores for material work flow. AS9100 relating to purchase. Must be conversant with material specifications, machining methods and qualities.

Location: Goregaon (East) *Candidates preferred from western line only Job Overview: As a Merchandiser, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end process of product planning, development and execution. This role requires a combination of analytical skills, creativity, and effective communication to collaborate with internal teams and external partners. The compensation package will be flexible and commensurate with your capabilities, expertise, and in-depth knowledge of the field. Role & responsibilities: The candidate must have a strong knowledge of different types of garments, manufacturing processes, and quality standards. The candidate should have prior experience in fabrics, preferably in exports. The candidate must have working knowledge of production and sampling. Analyse and manage fabric costs without compromising quality standards. Should have knowledge of various types of embroideries, value additions, printing, etc. Able to work independently as well as with the merchandising team. Proficient in sourcing products and accessories to meet the brand requirements. Manage and facilitate communication with various stakeholders, including sampling, production, and vendors. Conduct regular follow-ups with existing clients to maintain strong relationships. Candidate must have strong negotiation and coordination skills. Preferred candidate profile: A minimum of 3 years' experience in merchandising, product sourcing, and value addition is required. Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Eager to learn, smart and decisive. Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills. Enthusiastic with a positive attitude. A team player who is well versed with Microsoft Office. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.