Procurement Engineer

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic, results-driven, self motivated and proactive Procurement Engineer to manage and support our Procurement and Logistics team...

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for raw materials, especially PU-related chemicals and components.
• Coordinate with R&D, production, and quality teams to understand material specifications and requirements.
• Float RFQs, negotiate prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
• Raise purchase orders and ensure timely procurement of goods.
• Monitor supplier performance – cost, quality, delivery.
• Maintain inventory levels in coordination with stores and production planning.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, GST, and statutory documentation.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships and develop alternate sources.
• Handle imports (if applicable) including coordination with logistics and customs.
• Track market trends and price fluctuations of raw materials (especially PU chemicals).

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant field.
• 1-2 years of experience in procurement, preferably in a PU/chemical/manufacturing company.
• Strong knowledge of PU raw materials (MDI, TDI, polyol, additives, etc.).
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Tally, or similar).
• Good negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills.
• Understanding of logistics, taxes, and compliance in procurement.

➕ Preferred Skills:

• Experience in managing both local and imported PU chemical vendors.
• Knowledge of ISO/quality systems and safety norms in chemical handling.
• must be efficient to speak in English and Hindi.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher

Pay: ₹18,000.00 - ₹22,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Experience:

• Procurement management: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English (Preferred)
• Hindi (Preferred)

Location:

• Peramangalam, Thrissur, Kerala (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person