Engineer Purchase

Job Description

Job Role: The Engineer – Purchase will be responsible for managing procurement activities related to raw materials, components, and capital goods. The role involves vendor negotiations, material planning aligned with production, maintaining minimum stock levels, managing imports, and ensuring timely availability of quality materials to meet business needs. The role also includes team development and coordination with finance, stores, and production planning. Key Responsibilities: · Negotiate contract terms with key suppliers to ensure best value, delivery, and quality. · Establish strong supplier relationships and secure vendor-certified quality assurance, especially for import and outstation materials. · Collaborate with production planning to understand monthly rough cut plans and create weekly and daily purchase schedules. · Maintain Minimum Stock (MS) levels for critical and imported materials. · Forecast price trends of polymers and other materials using validated data and analyze business impact. · Conduct supplier evaluations and present risk analysis for critical supplies and alternate sources. · Ensure lead time from purchase intent to material delivery follows Just-In-Time (JIT) principles. · Maintain Inventory Carrying Cost (ICC) at planned levels. · Liaise with finance to streamline payments and maintain supplier trust by adhering to agreed payment terms. · Guide and train team members to enhance their skills, efficiency, and procurement knowledge. · Handle import processes for raw materials and capital goods, including documentation, vendor follow-ups, and compliance. · Possess working knowledge of procurement of plastic components, press parts, electrical & electronics items. Required Skill Sets: Strong negotiation and communication skills. Proficiency in SAP MM Module and costing principles. Strategic thinking with data analysis and forecasting abilities. Knowledge of vendor quality systems and risk analysis methodologies. Familiarity with JIT and MS stock-level maintenance practices. Capable of multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. Educational & Experience Requirements: Diploma or B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Production Engineering (preferred). 5 to 7 years of relevant experience in procurement and materials management. Strong experience in handling diverse raw materials and imports. Candidate must be from Coimbatore or willing to relocate immediately. Immediate joiners will be given preference. Job Type: Full-time Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month Benefits: Food provided Health insurance Provident Fund Schedule: Morning shift Supplemental Pay: Yearly bonus Work Location: In person