Senior Purchase Engineer

Job Title: Senior Purchase Engineer

Industry: Crane Manufacturing / Material Handling Equipment

Location: Chennai

Qualification: B.E. Mechanical Engineering

Experience: 3–10 Years

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Purchase Engineer to manage the procurement of mechanical, electrical, and structural materials required for crane manufacturing. The candidate should have solid vendor management, negotiation, sourcing, and supply chain coordination skills to ensure timely delivery of quality materials at competitive prices.

Key Responsibilities
Source and procure raw materials, mechanical components, electrical parts, and fabrication items for crane manufacturing.
Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable vendors and suppliers.
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contracts.
Prepare and process Purchase Orders (POs) and follow up with suppliers.
Ensure on-time material availability to meet production schedules.
Coordinate with Production, Planning, Stores, and Quality departments.
Monitor inventory levels and avoid shortages or excess stock.




Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, cost, and delivery.
Handle vendor audits, supplier development, and cost reduction initiatives.
Ensure procurement complies with company policies and quality standards.
Maintain procurement records, reports, and documentation.
Resolve supplier issues related to quality, delivery delays, and shortages.

Required Skills
Purchase & Procurement
Vendor Development & Vendor Management
Supplier Negotiation
Cost Reduction Techniques
Purchase Order (PO) Processing
Supply Chain Management
Inventory Control
Material Planning
ERP/SAP or other ERP software
BOM (Bill of Materials)
MS Excel
Robust communication and negotiation skills
Experience in Crane Manufacturing, Heavy Engineering, Material Handling Equipment, Structural Fabrication, or Industrial Machinery.
Knowledge of steel materials, motors, gearboxes, bearings, wire ropes, electrical components, hydraulics, and fabrication items.

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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