Position

Purchase Executive

Experience

1–2 years of experience in procurement/purchasing, preferably in the automobile, robotics, engineering, fabrication, or machining industry.

Educational Qualification

- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical, Chemical, or Mechatronics Engineering.
- Candidates with relevant procurement experience in engineering industries will be preferred.

Job Summary We are looking for a Purchase Executive to manage day-to-day procurement activities for engineering, robotics, machining, and fabrication requirements. The candidate should have a good understanding of the end-to-end procurement process, strong negotiation skills, and sound commercial knowledge.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage procurement of machined components, fabricated parts, mechanical components, electrical items, hydraulic and pneumatic components, raw materials, consumables, and other engineering items.
- Identify and evaluate suitable suppliers and develop a reliable vendor base.
- Obtain and compare quotations from multiple suppliers.
- Negotiate price, payment terms, delivery schedules, quality, warranty, and other commercial terms.
- Prepare and process Purchase Orders (POs) based on approved requirements.
- Follow up with vendors to ensure on-time delivery as per project and production requirements.
- Coordinate with Engineering, Production, Projects, Stores, Quality, and Accounts teams for procurement-related activities.
- Review technical specifications, drawings, BOMs,



and RFQs to ensure the correct items are procured.
- Evaluate vendor quotations from both technical and commercial perspectives.
- Maintain proper procurement records, vendor details, quotations, comparative statements, and purchase orders.
- Support vendor development, supplier evaluation, and performance monitoring.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction and value engineering through alternate vendors, materials, and commercial negotiations.
- Ensure procurement is carried out in accordance with company procedures and project requirements.
- Monitor pending purchase orders and escalate delays or commercial issues to the concerned team.
- Develop and maintain good relationships with suppliers while ensuring competitive commercial terms.

Required Skills

- Robust knowledge of the purchase and procurement process.
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Good commercial awareness, including pricing, payment terms, taxes, freight, lead time, and delivery conditions.
- Ability to understand engineering drawings, BOMs, specifications, and technical requirements.
- Good knowledge of machining, fabrication, mechanical components, and industrial procurement is preferred.
- Good analytical and comparison skills for evaluating supplier quotations.
- Strong follow-up and coordination skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and ERP/procurement software.
- Ability to work under tight project and delivery timelines

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