Purchase Engineer

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About the Company

Paras Defence & Space Technologies is a leading Indian defence engineering company engaged in the design, development, manufacturing, testing, and integration of Defence Electronics, Defence & Space Optics, Heavy Engineering, Optronic Systems, and specialized defence solutions. The company operates advanced manufacturing facilities and serves strategic customers across Defence, Space, Naval, Aerospace, and Government sectors. (parasdefence.com)

Key Responsibilities

Handle end-to-end procurement activities for mechanical, electromechanical, fabrication, machining, and engineering components.

Source and develop domestic and international vendors for manufacturing and project requirements.

Float RFQs, obtain quotations, conduct techno-commercial evaluations, and negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and payment terms.

Procure raw materials, CNC machined parts, fabricated assemblies, sheet metal components, precision mechanical parts, fasteners, special metals, and engineering consumables.

Coordinate with Engineering, Production, Stores, Quality, and Project teams for procurement planning and timely material availability.

Execute international procurement activities including import documentation, freight coordination, customs follow-up, and vendor communication.

Develop alternate vendors and maintain approved supplier databases.

Monitor supplier performance regarding quality, delivery, and cost optimization.

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Ensure compliance with company procurement procedures and audit requirements.

Track open orders, expedite critical materials, and ensure on-time deliveries.

Prepare MIS reports related to procurement, vendor performance, and cost-saving initiatives.

Support inventory optimization and procurement planning for ongoing manufacturing projects.

Required Skills & Competencies

Mandatory

manufacturing environment

Mechanical Procurement

Experience in sourcing:

CNC Machined Components

Fabricated Parts

Sheet Metal Components

Mechanical Assemblies

Engineering Raw Materials

Industrial Consumables

International Procurement / Import Purchasing

Tally ERP

Strong vendor negotiation and cost management skills.

Good understanding of procurement documentation and purchase cycle.

Proficiency in MS Excel and reporting.

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Experience in Defence, Aerospace, Precision Engineering, Heavy Engineering, Electronics Manufacturing, or Capital Equipment industries.

Knowledge of import procedures, Incoterms, freight forwarding, and customs documentation.

Experience handling project-based procurement requirements.

Educational Qualification

Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.

Supply Chain or Procurement certifications will be an added advantage.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

On-time material availability for production.

Cost savings through effective negotiations and vendor development.

Reduction in procurement lead times.

Vendor performance and delivery adherence.

Inventory optimization and procurement efficiency.

Accuracy of procurement documentation and ERP records.

What We Are Looking For

A proactive procurement professional with strong manufacturing industry exposure who can efficiently manage domestic and international sourcing activities, develop reliable supplier networks, and ensure uninterrupted supply of mechanical components required for critical defence and engineering projects. The candidate should be comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to support project execution and production schedules. (parasdefence.com)

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