Procurement Engineer / Purchase Engineer

Procurement Engineer

Key Objectives of the Role

1. Purchase Order Management

   : Release purchase orders (POs) and work orders within the required turnaround time (TAT) to meet project deadlines.

2. Expediting Orders

   : Regularly expedite POs to ensure deliveries align with the committed schedules. Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams for timely dispatch and goods receipt.

3. Vendor Development

   : Identify and develop new strategic vendors to reduce costs, improve lead time, and enhance product quality and service support.

4. Cross-Department Collaboration

   : Collaborate with Project Management, Field Operations, Warehouse, and Logistics teams to address concerns and ensure smooth project execution.

Position Responsibilities

1. Vendor Relationship Management

   : Maintain strong, positive relationships with suppliers. Demonstrate excellent negotiation skills.

2. Price Negotiation & Contracting

   : Handle price negotiations, supplier contracts, and legal agreements with manufacturers, agents, and vendors.

3. Quality Assurance

   : Ensure that products procured meet the required quality standards at competitive costs.

4. Quotation Evaluation

   : Review quotations, interview recommended suppliers, and assess them based on price, delivery, and past performance.

5. Purchase Order Management

   : Finalize purchase orders, review invoices, and resolve any discrepancies with vendors.

6. Inventory Management

   : Maintain accurate records of purchased tools and equipment, ensuring proper documentation.

7. Procurement Documentation

   : Process purchase orders, requisitions, and other documents related to the procurement of materials, tools, and equipment.

8. Delivery Scheduling

   : Coordinate and schedule the delivery of materials and equipment as per project timelines.

9. Project Procurement Planning

   : Collaborate with management to schedule procurement plans for projects.

10. Invoice and Payment Resolution

    : Review and approve invoices, resolving any issues with vendors or contractors related to payments.

11. Cost Estimation & Documentation

    : Involve in project cost estimation, tendering, documentation, obtaining permissions, and approvals.

12. Financial Understanding

    : Possess a sound understanding of general finance and budgeting, including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow management.

13. Invoice Payment Follow-up

    : Track invoice payments and resolve any issues related to withheld payments.

14. Stakeholder Relationship Management

    : Build consensus and foster relationships with managers, partners, and employees to ensure smooth operations.

Academic Qualification

• Education

  : Engineer with a degree in

  Electrical Engineering

  or related fields.

Experience

• Minimum of

  3-7 years

  of relevant experience in

  Solar Supply Chain Management

  or procurement.

Desired Technical Skills

• Experience handling materials related to

  LT & HT Panels (Switch Gears)

  ,

  Earthing

  ,

  Cables and Accessories

  ,

  AC Distribution Boxes

  ,

  Fasteners

  , and

  Solar BOS items

  .
• Knowledge of

  inventory management

  and

  demand planning practices

  .
• Experience with forecasting, prediction, and planning for procurement needs.
  

Desired Soft Skills

1. Strong

   analytical

   ,

   time management

   , and

   problem-solving

   skills.
2. Excellent

   attention to detail

   and the ability to

   multi-task

   effectively.
3. Proficient in

   Microsoft Excel

   and

   ERP software

   (such as Tally).
4. Solid understanding of

   inventory management

   ,

   demand forecasting

   , and

   procurement practices

   .
5. Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills for collaboration and relationship-building.
   

Language Proficiency

• English

  : Mandatory.

• Hindi

  : Desirable.