Job Objective

We are looking for a proactive and self-driven Purchase Manager with strong technical and analytical skills to manage procurement of MRO parts for aircraft maintenance. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in mechanical parts development, vendor management, and ERP systems, along with the ability to work under pressure and deliver results.

Key Responsibility Areas

Execution

Procurement & Vendor Management

- Source and procure mechanical, rubber, and plastic components for aircraft maintenance.
- Develop new vendors and manage existing vendor relationships.
- Monitor vendor performance and conduct periodic reviews.
- Ensure timely conversion of purchase orders and adherence to committed delivery schedules.
- Negotiate contracts and ensure compliance with Incoterms and import-export procedures.

Technical & Development Expertise

- Interpret and analyze technical drawings for part development.
- Lead new part development through reverse engineering.
- Collaborate with engineering and Air Force teams for validation and approvals.

Inventory & Logistics

- Maintain optimum inventory levels to support uninterrupted maintenance operations.
- Monitor OTIF (On-Time In-Full) performance and implement corrective actions.




- Coordinate with finance and logistics teams for cash flow and delivery planning.

MIS & Reporting

- Prepare and review MIS reports for management decision-making.
- Analyze procurement data and trends to optimize sourcing strategies.
- Present insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

Systems & Tools

- Proficient in ERP systems such as Navision, SAP, or BI tools.
- Advanced skills in MS Excel for data analysis and reporting.

iii. Job Specifications

Qualification

Min. qualification required

- B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

Relevant Experience Min. no. of years of relevant experience required

- Minimum 10-15 years of experience in procurement of MRO parts .

Knowledge and Skills Required

- Robust analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and coordination abilities
- Ability to work independently and under pressure
- Knowledge of DGCA guidelines, Incoterms, and import-export documentation.

Mandatory Skills & Competencies:-

- Domain Expertise: Aviation Procurement, Spares Sourcing, Component Repair Management, MRO Operations, Inventory Control, and AOG Support.
- Aircraft Familiarity: Hands-on knowledge or procurement experience covering Airbus, Boeing, ATR, Embraer, and regional/helicopter platforms.

📌 Purchase Manager( MRO) (Kanpur)
🏢 MKU
📍 Kanpur