Job Description

Key Activities

- Accountable for execution of direct materials and subcontract purchasing in line with Smiths Group PLC Code of Conduct, ensuring that a professional and consistent approach is taken in relation to all supplier relationships
- Ensuring approval of Purchase Orders in line with the Delegation of Authority policy and approval process
- Ensure the timely and efficient processing and acknowledgement of purchase orders and MRP action messages (Order, Expedite, De-Expedite, Cancel) or purchase requisitions to fulfil the material requirements of the operation by the Bangalore purchasing teams
- Build and maintain relationships with new and existing suppliers
- Negotiate improved prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings utilizing negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods
- Control Direct material costs and achieve savings as per annual targets
- Develop ideas to improve operational efficiency,



add value and support continuous improvement culture and personal accountability in area of responsibility.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Knowledge/Skills:

- Able to read and understand technical drawings
- Analytical skills - valuable knowledge of Microsoft programs,and data analysis including v-look ups and pivot tables
- Process-driven approach and “systems thinking”
- Ability to solve problems independently and in a structed way (e.g. A3), able to use data to inform decisions
- Excellent communication and relationship management skills
- Ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers
- Ability to project a positive and professional image on behalf of the organization, always promoting ethical procurement
- Ability to solve problems independently, keen and able to use initiative and lead.
- SAP knowledge but not essential

📌 Engineer Purchase (Pune)
🏢 John Crane
📍 Pune