Purchase Engineer (Sales Department)

Job Summary: Responsible for accurate costing and supplier coordination during the pre-sales phase for automation and robotics projects. Works closely with Sales, Design, and Controls teams to ensure timely quotations, cost optimization, and procurement feasibility. Key Responsibilities: 1.Pre-Sales Costing & Quotation: Understand technical specs and BOMs with Design/Controls Engineers. Obtain timely, competitive quotations for all automation components. Maintain supplier pricing and lead time database. Analyze quotes for cost savings and risks. Provide accurate costing to Sales Head for proposals. 2.Supplier Relationship Management: Build strong vendor relationships in automation domain. Evaluate and onboard new suppliers for competitive pricing. Negotiate terms, pricing, and delivery timelines. Track supplier responsiveness during quote cycles. 3.Procurement Feasibility & Risk: Assess part availability, lead times, and supply risks. Flag procurement bottlenecks and propose solutions. Support pricing impact analysis for fluctuating material costs. 4.Documentation & Compliance: Maintain records of all pre-sales procurement activities. Ensure compliance with policies and ethical practices. Handle NDAs with vendors/customers as needed. Support ISO and related procurement documentation. 5.Team Collaboration: Align with Design, Controls, Finance, and Project teams. Validate costing and feasibility in proposal reviews. Assist Sales Head in customer discussions as needed. Ensure smooth procurement handover post-sale. Preferred candidate profile Experience with global sourcing and international logistics. Familiarity with contractual agreements and supplier terms. Basic understanding of project management principles.