Procurement Engineer

About US:

Skat Vyom Pvt Ltd is a pioneering UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) manufacturing startup based in Bengaluru, India, committed to transforming the UAV industry with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions. Backed by robust funding, we’re rapidly advancing towards our vision of “Make in India for the World,” creating UAVs that blend precision engineering, advanced software, and future-ready technology. With a passionate team of engineers, designers, and industry experts, we are dedicated to delivering world-class UAVs that meet the highest standards in performance, reliability, and safety.

Our success is driven by our people. We foster a diverse, inclusive culture that values openness, collaboration, and innovation. Empowering our team to take ownership and embrace growth, we aim to create a dynamic environment that sets us apart and achieves excellence

Job Objective

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Purchase Executive to manage sub-contracting and outsourcing activities within our UAV manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in vendor development, procurement of outsourced parts and processes (such as CNC machining, composite structures, surface finishing, etc.), and coordinating with internal production, design, and quality teams to ensure timely deliveries and quality compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Outsourcing & Sub-Contracting Coordination:

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard suitable vendors for outsourced fabrication, machining, carbon composite layup, painting, and other technical services.
• Prepare and release purchase orders/sub-contract orders as per BOM and production schedule. Ensure technical drawings and quality documents are shared with vendors as required.

• Vendor Management:

• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms with vendors while maintaining cost-effectiveness and quality standards. Track vendor performance – delivery timelines, quality rejections, responsiveness. Coordinate visits and audits of vendor facilities if needed.

• Logistics and Delivery:

  Ensure timely pickup/delivery of parts and assemblies to and from vendor locations. Work closely with the logistics and warehouse team to manage material flow.

• Documentation & Compliance:

  Maintain accurate procurement records, vendor agreements, and order trackers. Ensure vendors comply with technical, quality, and safety requirements.

  Coordination with Internal Teams:

  Liaise with Design, Production, and Quality teams to understand procurement needs and resolve technical queries. Escalate delays or quality issues and assist in resolving them quickly.

• Qualification & Experience:

• Education:

  Diploma or bachelor’s degree in mechanical / production / industrial engineering or related field.

• Experience

  : 2–5 years in a procurement/purchase role in aerospace, UAV, automotive, or precision manufacturing industry.

• Technical Skills:

  Understanding of manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, sheet metal, surface treatment, composites, etc.

• Tools Knowledge:

  Proficient in MS Excel, ERP software (Tally, SAP, Zoho, etc.), and working with technica

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  drawings.

• Soft Skills:

  Strong negotiation skills, vendor management, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask under tight deadlines.

• Preferred Experience:

• Prior experience in handling aerospace-grade vendors or UAV sub-systems (e.g., gimbals, airframes, wiring harnesses, etc.)
• Familiarity with AS9100/ISO 9001 standards is a plus. Ability to travel to vendor location as required.

• Working Conditions

  : This is a full-time position based in Bangalore, Devanahalli that may require shift working, occasional evening or weekend work. May require travel to other locations

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• Salary and Benefits:

  Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Health insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and growth

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