For more than 95 years, VetterTec, headquartered in Kassel, Germany, has been developing and manufacturing machines and systems for industrial drying and dewatering, primarily for the food industry. As a world-wide operating company, we generate more than 85% of our sales abroad. The key to our success is our team of over 160 employees at six locations.

To strengthen our team in Pune, India, we are looking for a Senior Purchaser

Responsibilities

- Lead and independently manage the complete Purchase function for VetterTec India.
- Manage end-to-end procurement for custom-built machinery, fabrication, machining, bought-out components and project requirements.
- Evaluate technical and commercial quotations, negotiate prices, payment terms and delivery conditions, and place purchase orders.
- Review drawings, BOMs and specifications and coordinate with Engineering, Production, Quality and Project teams for procurement requirements.
- Develop, qualify and manage suppliers for fabrication, machining, welding, casting, sheet metal and other specialised components.
- Monitor supplier quality, delivery and project schedules, including regular supplier follow-up and visits.
- Manage supplier development, alternate sourcing, cost reduction and procurement risk management.
- Handle imports, exports, logistics, customs and related commercial documentation in coordination with internal and external partners.
- Work closely with VetterTec Germany and other international teams on procurement,



projects, suppliers and technical requirements.
- Ensure proper ERP/Tally records, invoice verification, purchase documentation and overall compliance of the Purchase function.

Your Profile

- 12–20 years of experience in technical procurement, preferably in heavy engineering, special-purpose machinery or custom machine building.
- Engineering degree/diploma with strong knowledge of mechanical components, fabrication, machining, welding and engineering drawings.
- Solid experience in project procurement and low-volume, customised machinery/equipment.
- Proven experience in supplier development, qualification, negotiation and performance management.
- Strong commercial skills in quotation evaluation, cost analysis, price negotiation and contract/payment terms.
- Good experience in Import & Export, customs, logistics, taxation and international commercial documentation.
- Experience working with international teams, preferably European/German companies, is highly desirable.
- Good knowledge of ERP systems and Tally ERP and strong understanding of purchase documentation and processes.
- Independent, proactive and assertive, with the ability to take full ownership of the Purchase function and get things done through suppliers.
- Excellent English communication and negotiation skills, with willingness to travel to suppliers and work closely with VetterTec's international team.

📌 Senior Purchaser (Pune)
🏢 VetterTec
📍 Pune