Purchase Engineer

Key Responsibilities

1. Material & Service Procurement

• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and service.
• Review and understand project BOQs, drawings, and technical specifications to determine material requirements
• Issue RFQs (Request for Quotation) and RFPs (Request for Proposal) to vendors and subcontractors.
• Negotiate terms, prices, and delivery schedules with suppliers.

2. Vendor Management

• Develop and maintain relationships with reliable vendors for construction materials (cement, steel, aggregates, concrete, formwork, waterproofing, finishing materials, etc.).
• Conduct vendor audits and ensure compliance with quality standards.

3. Cost & Budget Control

• Prepare cost comparison statements and recommend cost-effective solutions without compromising quality.
• Track procurement budgets and monitor spend against approved estimates.

4. Logistics & Delivery Coordination

• Coordinate with site engineers, storekeepers, and logistics teams for timely delivery of materials.
• Resolve delivery, quality, or invoicing issues with suppliers.

5. Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain purchase orders, contracts, and supplier records in ERP or procurement systems.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, statutory requirements, and safety standards.

• Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering materials and construction processes.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Ability to manage multiple procurement packages simultaneously.
• Understanding of contract management and vendor compliance.

Qualifications

• Mandatory:

• B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering

  (preferred) or Diploma in Civil Engineering.

• Preferred Add-ons:

• PG Diploma in Materials Management (PGDMM)

  OR

  MBA/PGDM in Supply Chain / Operations Management

  .
• Relevant certifications (CIPS, CSCP, etc.) will be an advantage.

• 25 years

  (for mid-level) or

  5+ years

  (for senior level) experience in procurement within the civil/construction industry.
• Experience in high-rise residential, commercial, industrial, or infrastructure projects is an added advantage.