Purchase Engineer

Role & responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate suppliers for raw materials, components, consumables, and engineering items.
• Prepare and release Purchase Orders (POs) as per approved requirements.
• Obtain quotations from suppliers and negotiate price, delivery, payment terms, and other commercial conditions.
• Compare quotations and prepare comparative statements for purchase decisions.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding order confirmation, delivery schedules, quality, and payment-related issues.
• Follow up regularly to ensure timely delivery of materials as per production requirements.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality, Stores, Design, and Accounts departments for purchase-related activities.
• Monitor supplier performance, including quality, delivery, and cost competitiveness.
• Maintain proper purchase records, supplier documents, quotations, POs, and related documentation.
• Support supplier development, evaluation, and onboarding activities.
• Handle purchase-related issues and coordinate with suppliers for timely resolution.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, quality standards, and approved procedures.
• Monitor material requirements and support inventory control to avoid shortages or excess stock.
• Prepare purchase-related reports and maintain MIS as required.
• Assist in cost reduction and process improvement initiatives.

Preferred candidate profile

• Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 13 years of experience in Purchase / Procurement, preferably in a manufacturing or engineering company.
• Good knowledge of engineering materials, components, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience in supplier development, quotation comparison, price negotiation, and purchase order processing.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Good knowledge of MS Excel, MS Office, and ERP/Purchase software.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with suppliers and internal departments.
• Strong follow-up, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple purchase requirements.
• Knowledge of GST, basic commercial terms, and procurement documentation will be an added advantage.