Position

Assistant Manager Purchase

Industry

Electronics / ATM Hardware / Manufacturing

Employment Type

Full-Time / Permanent

Experience -3–5+ Years

Only from Electronics Manufacturing Preferred

Location - Poonamallee,Chennai

1. Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced Procurement / China Sourcing professional with strong expertise in electronic components, ATM hardware, and China supplier management. The ideal candidate will be responsible for end-to-end procurement activities, including China sourcing, supplier development, RFQ management, price negotiation, order finalization, import coordination, shipment tracking, and supplier quality management.

The candidate should have strong knowledge of electronic peripherals and components and be comfortable dealing directly with Chinese and international suppliers.

1. Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Sourcing Manage procurement of electronic peripherals, HDD/SSD storage devices, PCB components, PCBA, cables, connectors, and wire harnesses.

Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable China-based and local suppliers.

Source new products and components based on technical and commercial requirements.

Manage the complete procurement cycle from RFQ to order finalization and delivery.

China Supplier Management

Coordinate directly with Chinese/import suppliers for RFQs, quotations, negotiations, and order placement.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with key China suppliers.

Negotiate pricing, MOQ, payment terms, lead times, warranty, and commercial conditions.

Monitor supplier performance and ensure timely fulfilment of purchase orders.

Import & Logistics





Coordinate with suppliers and logistics partners for import shipments.

Handle and verify import documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, shipping documents, and other relevant documents.

Coordinate shipment schedules and monitor lead times and delivery status.

Track shipments and proactively resolve delays or logistics-related issues.

Cost & Commercial Management

Conduct cost analysis and price benchmarking for electronic components and assemblies.

Negotiate competitive USD pricing with overseas suppliers.

Ensure appropriate understanding and application of Incoterms.

Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality and delivery requirements.

Vendor Development & Quality

Develop new suppliers in China and India/local markets.

Evaluate suppliers based on cost, quality, capacity, lead time, and reliability.

Coordinate with Quality teams to address supplier quality issues and corrective actions.

Follow up with suppliers on quality complaints, root-cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions.

Cross-Functional Coordination

Coordinate closely with R&D;, Production, Quality, and Engineering teams for new product/component development.

Support R&D; and Production teams in sourcing alternative components and suppliers.





Ensure procurement activities align with technical specifications and production requirements.

Maintain accurate procurement records and supplier information in the ERP system.

1. Desired Profile

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Electronics, Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related field. 3–5+ years of relevant experience in China sourcing/procurement is mandatory.

Strong experience in sourcing electronic components and/or ATM hardware.

Good technical understanding of

PCB components

PCBA

HDD / SSD

Cables & wire harnesses

Connectors and electronic peripherals

ATM/electronic hardware components

Robust negotiation and supplier management skills.

Experience in negotiating USD pricing with international suppliers.

Good understanding of Incoterms and international procurement practices.

Knowledge of import documentation and international logistics.

Experience working with ERP/procurement systems.

Strong analytical, commercial, and problem-solving abilities.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to coordinate effectively with Chinese suppliers and internal technical teams.

Willingness to travel internationally/domestically for supplier visits, audits, exhibitions, and business requirements, if required.

1. Key Competencies

China Sourcing | Strategic Procurement | Electronic Components | Supplier Development | RFQ Management | Price Negotiation | Import Procurement | Incoterms | International Logistics | Vendor Management | Cost Analysis | ERP | Supplier Quality | PCBA | PCB Components | ATM Hardware Pay: ₹45,000.00 - ₹55,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Assistant Manager - Purchase (Electronics) (Poonamallee)
🏢 Unidos Technology
📍 Poonamallee