Company: Trailer Louault India Pvt. Ltd.
Location: Chakan, Pune
Department: Purchase / Supply Chain
Job Summary
We are looking for a Junior Purchase Engineer responsible for procurement of raw materials, fabrication items, and engineering components required for trailer manufacturing operations. The candidate will ensure timely availability of materials at optimum cost while maintaining quality standards and solid vendor coordination.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle complete procurement cycle – RFQ, quotation comparison, negotiation, and PO release
- Procure fabrication items, steel, bought-out parts, and consumables
- Develop and manage local vendors for machining, fabrication, and services
- Coordinate with Production, Planning, Design, and Stores for material requirements
- Ensure on-time delivery of materials as per production schedule
- Monitor and control inventory levels (Min-Max, reorder level)
- Conduct rate negotiation and cost reduction activities
- Maintain vendor database and supplier performance records
- Follow up with vendors for material dispatch and delivery
- Verify technical specifications, drawings, and BOM before procurement
- Prepare purchase MIS reports and documentation
- Ensure compliance with quality standards and company policies
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Production Engineering
- 2–5 years experience in Purchase (Manufacturing / Fabrication Industry preferred)
- Good knowledge of engineering materials, fabrication processes, and drawings
- Experience in ERP system (SAP / Tally / any ERP)
Key Skills
- Strong negotiation & vendor management skills
- Knowledge of steel, fabrication, and machining components
- Good communication & coordination ability
- Cost analysis & budgeting
- Inventory management
- MS Excel & reporting
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Cost saving achieved in procurement
- On-time material availability
- Vendor performance improvement
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