Engineer (Raw Material Purchase)

The Engineer Raw Material Purchase is responsible for managing the procurement of all raw materials across ACPPL plants. The role ensures timely sourcing, cost-effectiveness, and supplier reliability while supporting production schedules, inventory management, and compliance with quality and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Planning

• Analyze

  MRP (Material Requirements Planning)

  data from SAP.
• Align raw material purchases with production plans, forecasts, and inventory levels.
  
• Monitor minimum stock levels, safety stock, and reorder points.
  
• Source and evaluate raw material suppliers including mills, traders, and stockists.
  
• Develop

  alternate/local sources

  to reduce dependency and lead times.

Supplier Management & Compliance

• Conduct

  supplier audits

  (technical, commercial, quality).
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, and

  annual rate contracts (ARC)

  .
• Leverage volume-based discounts, long-term agreements, and forward contracts.
  
• Benchmark prices with market indices (e.g., LME, Metal Bulletin).
  
• Ensure suppliers comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.
  

Operational Support

• Track order status and coordinate with suppliers, logistics, and stores for timely follow-ups.
  
• Handle urgent procurement requirements in case of material shortages or breakdowns.
  
• Ensure raw materials are delivered on time to meet production schedules.
  
• Coordinate with QA and suppliers for disposition of rejected materials.
  
• Manage documentation for imports, including

  Bill of Entry

  and customs compliance.

Cost & Risk Management

• Track global and domestic raw material price trends.
  
• Evaluate vendors periodically on delivery performance, pricing, and responsiveness.
  
• Manage risks related to material shortages, import delays, or supplier disruptions.
  
• Implement cost-saving projects, value engineering, and alternate sourcing strategies.
  

Objectives / Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-Time Delivery (OTD)

  of raw materials.

• Purchase Price Variance (PPV)

  and cost savings achieved.

• Supplier Defect Rate (SDR)

  and overall vendor performance.

• Inventory turnover

  of raw materials.
• Efficiency and compliance in procurement processes.
  

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Leadership and coordination abilities.
  
• Negotiation and vendor management expertise.
  
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
• Knowledge of SAP / ERP and MS Office applications.
  

Personality Traits

• Self-disciplined, proactive, and persistent.
  
• Customer-centric and able to meet deadlines.
  
• Team-oriented with ownership and problem-solving capability.
  
• Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented.
  
• Positive attitude with a continuous improvement mindset.
  
• High ethical standards and loyalty toward the organization.
  

Work Conduct (Health, Safety, Quality, Cost & Environment)

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with

  health, safety, and environmental standards

  .
• Deliver products and services that meet quality requirements without unnecessary cost or negative environmental impact.
  
• Follow all company policies, rules, and procedures including PPE use, restricted area access, and qualified operation of machinery.
  
• Address unsafe conditions and non-compliance issues immediately.
  
• Maintain attendance, leave records, and generate related reports for personnel within the plant.
  

Other Considerations

• This JD outlines primary responsibilities and may not list all duties.
  
• Employees may be required to perform additional tasks assigned by their reporting manager.
  
• All duties and requirements are essential for successful performance.
  
• This document does not constitute an employment contract, implied or otherwise.