The Buying/Procurement Specialist is responsible for ensuring the timely availability of materials at factories, service sites, and suppliers. The role serves as the primary point of contact for order execution and is accountable for supplier performance, material availability, fulfilment KPIs, and cross-functional coordination to support uninterrupted production.
Ensure timely PO placement and material delivery as per contractual commitments.
Manage procurement based on MRP requirements and need dates.
Monitor supplier OTD (On-Time Delivery) and quality performance.
Coordinate with Engineering, Production, Quality, Logistics, Sourcing, and Supplier Quality teams.
Facilitate inspections, NCR closures, and transportation planning.
Collaborate with Wabtec network factories and offshore suppliers.
Drive best practices in MRP/MTA planning and fulfilment processes.
Lead or participate in supplier performance rating and improvement programs.
Procurement and supplier management.
MRP and production planning understanding.
ERP knowledge (Oracle preferred).
Advanced Excel and MS Office skills.
Data analysis and reporting capabilities.
Commercial acumen and contract awareness.
Solid collaboration and networking skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple suppliers/projects simultaneously.
Supplier OTD performance.
Inventory and material visibility accuracy.
Education & Working Experience
B.E./B.Tech from any reputed institute.
Minimum 5+ years of experience.
Language Skills
~ Proficient in English language
Travel
~ Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
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