Company Description Kavveri Defence & Wireless Technologies Limited is an India-based RF technology company specializing in advanced defence and wireless communication products. The organization focuses on designing, developing, and manufacturing high-performance sub-systems and components that support mission-critical applications. With a strong emphasis on innovation, quality, and reliability, Kavveri serves government, defence, and commercial sectors.

Team members collaborate closely across engineering, operations, and supply chain functions to deliver robust RF products on time and within budget. The company offers opportunities to work on complex projects in a dynamic, technology-driven environment.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Purchase Manager to lead procurement operations for our Bangalore manufacturing facility. This role is critical to ensuring uninterrupted supply of RF components, raw materials, and electronic assemblies that support our defence and commercial production lines.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage end-to-end procurement of raw materials, RF components, electromechanical parts, and consumables for manufacturing operations
- Develop and maintain relationships with domestic and international vendors, including for import of specialized RF/defence-grade components
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules to optimize cost and lead times
- Ensure vendor compliance with quality standards, especially for defence-grade and export-controlled materials
- Coordinate with production, quality,



and stores teams to align procurement with production schedules and inventory levels
- Track and manage import documentation, customs clearance, and regulatory compliance for defence procurement (as applicable)
- Identify and onboard recent vendors to strengthen the supply base and reduce single-source dependency
- Monitor market trends, component availability, and pricing fluctuations to proactively manage supply risk
- Maintain accurate purchase records, vendor evaluations, and procurement reports
- Support cost reduction initiatives and supplier consolidation efforts

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field (Electronics/Electrical background preferred)
- 5-10 years of experience in procurement/purchase management, ideally in electronics, RF/wireless, defence, or manufacturing industries
- Strong understanding of import procurement, vendor management, and negotiation
- Familiarity with ERP systems for procurement and inventory management
- Knowledge of defence procurement processes and compliance requirements is a plus
- Excellent communication and vendor relationship management skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with cross-functional teams

What We Offer

- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge RF and defence technology
- Exposure to both domestic defence manufacturing and international business (through our Canadian subsidiary, Til-Tek Antennae)
- Collaborative work environment in a growing, publicly listed company

📌 Purchasing Manager (Bengaluru)
🏢 Kavveri Defence u0026 Wireless Technologies
📍 Bengaluru