Purchase Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Identify procurement requirements based on project schedules, BOMs (Bill of Materials), and stock levels.
• Float RFQs (Request for Quotations) to approved vendors and negotiate prices, terms, and delivery timelines.
• Prepare and process Purchase Orders (POs) in accordance with company policies.
• Track deliveries to ensure timely receipt and follow up on delays.

2. Vendor Development & Management Machining Parts

• Identify, qualify, and onboard suppliers for precision machining parts such as shafts, gears, brackets, flanges, housings, and custom components used in industrial automation equipment.
• Assess vendor capabilities in CNC, VMC, turning, milling, drilling, grinding, and surface treatment processes.
• Conduct technical audits to verify manufacturing capacity, equipment condition, process controls, and quality inspection systems.
• Work with vendors to ensure adherence to drawing tolerances, surface finish, and metallurgical requirements.
• Develop alternate sources to mitigate supply risks and improve competitiveness.
• Coordinate with the Design and Quality teams for sample approvals, PPAP (Production Part Approval Process), and first article inspection.
• Monitor vendor delivery performance, rejection rates, and responsiveness, taking corrective actions when required.
• Negotiate pricing based on machining complexity, raw material procurement, cycle times, and order volumes.
• Support vendors in process improvements, tooling upgrades, and productivity enhancements to reduce lead time and cost.

3. Cost Optimization & Negotiation

• Negotiate contracts to achieve the best value in terms of price, payment terms, and service levels.
• Implement cost reduction initiatives through alternative sourcing, bulk purchases, and vendor performance improvements.

4. Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure adherence to company procurement policies, legal requirements, and industry regulations.
• Maintain updated vendor database, price lists, and purchase records.
• Ensure quality control by coordinating with the QC team for inspection and approval.

5. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with Engineering, Projects, and Production teams to ensure timely availability of materials.
• Liaise with Finance for vendor payments and resolving invoice disputes.

Qualifications

• Education:

  Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or Industrial Engineering.

• Experience:

  26 years in purchase/vendor development in the

  industrial automation

  or related manufacturing sector.

• Preferred:

  Knowledge of ISO quality standards, import/export processes, and cost analysis.