Purchase Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Vendor Management: Identify, qualify, and develop suppliers for plastics, rubbers, metals, and specialty chemicals.
• RFQ & Negotiation: Issue RFQs, evaluate vendor quotes, negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
• Procurement Execution: Raise purchase orders, follow up with suppliers, and ensure material availability as per production plans.
• Quality & Compliance: Verify that all purchased materials meet specifications and quality requirements.
• Imports & Exports: Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs agents, and logistics teams for timely import/export clearance.
• Bonded Store Management: Maintain compliance for government bonded warehouses, including documentation and audits.
• International Vendor Relations: Manage communications, negotiations, and contracts with overseas suppliers.
• Documentation Control: Maintain accurate purchase records, contracts, customs documents, and supplier performance data.
• Cost Optimisation: Identify opportunities to reduce procurement costs without compromising quality.

Qualifications & Skills

Essential:

• Diploma/Degree in Mechanical/Production/Materials Engineering or related field.
• 2–3 years’ experience in purchasing within manufacturing.
• Understanding of plastics, rubbers, metals, and specialty chemicals.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, commercial terms, and supplier evaluation.
• Familiarity with import/export documentation, incoterms, and customs clearance.
• Experience with bonded store regulations and compliance.
• Strong negotiation, vendor management, and communication skills.
• Languages: Spoken English, Hindi, Kannada are mandatory.

Preferred:

• Experience in the seals, plastics, or precision engineering industries.
• Exposure to ERP/MRP systems for procurement.
• Existing supplier network in relevant materials.

Personal Attributes

• Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills.
• Proactive and results-driven.
• Able to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Good interpersonal skills for dealing with vendors and regulatory bodies.

What We Offer

• A supportive, family-owned company culture with long-term stability.
• Opportunities for professional growth in a specialised manufacturing industry.
• Exposure to international sourcing and advanced procurement practices.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Leave encashment
• Life insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Purchasing: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)
• Hindi (Required)
• Kannada (Required)

Location:

• HSR Layout, Bengaluru, Karnataka (Preferred)

Work Location: In person