Hiring: Sr. Purchase Executive – Engineering & Manufacturing
Job Location: Hyderabad, Telangana
Experience: 5–8 Years
Department: Purchase & Procurement
Industry: Manufacturing / Pharmaceutical Water Systems / Industrial Equipment
Qualification: Diploma / B.Tech in Electrical, EEE, Instrumentation, Electronics, Mechanical or related Engineering discipline
Job Type: Full-time
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced and result-oriented Sr. Purchase Executive to manage end-to-end purchasing and procurement activities for engineering, manufacturing and pharmaceutical water system projects.
The ideal candidate should have strong experience in sourcing mechanical, electrical and instrumentation materials, vendor development, commercial negotiations, purchase order management and project procurement coordination.
The role involves ensuring timely availability of quality materials while optimising procurement costs, maintaining supplier relationships and supporting manufacturing and project execution requirements.
Key ResponsibilitiesProcurement & Purchasing
- Manage end-to-end procurement of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, piping and process equipment materials.
- Source and procure stainless steel tanks, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, instruments, pipes, fittings, structural steel, electrical panels, cables and PLC/SCADA components.
- Float Requests for Quotation (RFQs), obtain supplier quotations and prepare technical-commercial comparative statements.
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, warranties and delivery schedules with vendors.
- Prepare and issue Purchase Orders (POs) and ensure timely material deliveries.
- Coordinate procurement activities according to manufacturing and project requirements.
Vendor Development & Management
- Identify, evaluate and develop reliable suppliers for engineering and manufacturing materials.
- Maintain approved vendor lists and supplier databases.
- Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, pricing, delivery and service.
- Conduct periodic vendor reviews and support vendor qualification and audit activities.
- Build and maintain long-term supplier relationships.
Cost Optimisation & Negotiation
- Identify cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing and alternate vendor development.
- Negotiate competitive commercial terms without compromising quality.
- Monitor raw material prices and procurement market trends.
- Support procurement cost reduction initiatives and purchasing efficiency improvements.
Project Procurement Coordination
- Coordinate with Design, Engineering, Projects, Production, Planning and Quality teams to understand material requirements.
- Ensure timely procurement and availability of materials according to project schedules.
- Track procurement milestones, supplier commitments and delivery timelines.
- Communicate material procurement status and delays to internal stakeholders.
- Support smooth project execution by preventing procurement-related delays.
Inventory & Documentation
- Coordinate with stores and inventory teams for material availability and stock monitoring.
- Minimise material shortages, excess inventory and procurement delays.
- Maintain purchase records, vendor agreements, contracts and procurement documentation.
- Prepare procurement reports and maintain accurate purchasing data.
Compliance & Quality
- Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies, ISO/GMP requirements and applicable regulations.
- Follow contractual and statutory obligations.
- Maintain documentation required for audits and procurement compliance.
- Coordinate with quality teams to ensure purchased materials meet technical specifications.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Diploma or B.Tech in Electrical, EEE, Instrumentation, Electronics, Mechanical or related Engineering discipline.
- 5–8 years of relevant experience in technical purchasing, procurement or vendor development.
- Experience procuring mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and industrial process equipment.
- Strong knowledge of RFQs, purchase orders, vendor negotiations and procurement documentation.
- Experience in supplier development, vendor evaluation and procurement cost optimisation.
- Understanding of engineering drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs) and technical specifications.
- Familiarity with stainless steel equipment, pumps, valves, piping materials and electrical components.
- Hands-on experience using ERP systems such as Focus, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics or equivalent.
- Proficiency in MS Excel, Word and procurement reporting.
- Strong negotiation, communication, analytical and stakeholder coordination skills.
Preferred Candidate Profile
- Candidates with experience in pharmaceutical water systems, water treatment equipment or industrial equipment manufacturing.
- Experience sourcing SS316L process equipment, sanitary piping systems, pumps, valves, instruments and electrical components.
- Knowledge of RO, EDI, UF, WFI, Clean Steam and CIP/SIP systems.
- Exposure to project-based procurement and engineering manufacturing environments.
- Experience in technical vendor development, procurement planning and cost optimisation.
- Candidates currently based in Hyderabad or willing to relocate.
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to handle technical procurement for specialised engineering and manufacturing projects.
- Exposure to pharmaceutical high-purity water systems and industrial equipment sourcing.
- Opportunity to develop supplier networks and implement cost-saving strategies.
- Work closely with engineering, production, quality and project execution teams.
- Professional growth in procurement, supply chain management and vendor development.
Location: Hyderabad, Telangana
Experience Required: 5–8 Years
Qualification: Diploma / B.Tech in a relevant Engineering discipline
Job Type: Full-time
Interested candidates with relevant experience in technical procurement, manufacturing purchase and vendor development are encouraged to apply.
Pay: ₹400,000.00 - ₹700,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
