FLO Procurement - Excel Projects Harihar

Material Procurement Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement & Sourcing:
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for mechanical equipment such as pumps, motors, gearboxes, FRP components, valves, compressors, etc.
• Float RFQs (Request for Quotation), evaluate commercial and technical offers, and conduct negotiations.
• Ensure timely procurement in line with project timelines and budget constraints.
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure cost competitiveness and quality.
• Technical Evaluation & Vendor Coordination:
• Coordinate with engineering and design teams for material specifications.
• Perform technical bid evaluations (TBE) in collaboration with project and design engineers.
• Conduct vendor audits, technical capability assessments, and site visits when necessary.
• Manage vendor drawing/document review process in coordination with engineering.
• Project Planning & Coordination:
• Align procurement schedules with project execution timelines.
• Work closely with project management, construction, and logistics teams to ensure seamless delivery and material availability.
• Prepare and maintain procurement status reports and dashboards for stakeholder updates.
• Commercial Negotiations & Compliance:
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery conditions, warranties, and penalties.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and ethical standards.
• Manage contract execution and resolve commercial disputes with vendors, if any.
• Inventory & Logistics Coordination:
• Liaise with stores and logistics for delivery follow-ups, inspection coordination, and material inwarding.
• Monitor inventory levels and raise alerts for critical or delayed components.
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (mandatory).
• 4–8 years of experience in procurement/material sourcing in industrial or infrastructure projects, preferably Greenfield or Brownfield setups.
• In-depth knowledge of mechanical components: pumps, motors, gearboxes, FRP tanks/piping, valves, etc.
• Familiarity with procurement systems (SAP, Oracle, or other ERP tools) and MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for vendor and internal stakeholder management.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.