Sr. Purchase Engineer

Role & responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end purchase and procurement activities for

centrifugal pump manufacturing.

• Source and procure engineering materials, components, raw materials and production items as per requirements.

• Develop new vendors and maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers.

• Obtain quotations, prepare comparative statements and negotiate price, quality, delivery and payment terms.

• Prepare and release Purchase Orders (POs) and ensure timely delivery. • Follow up with vendors for pending orders and coordinate to avoid production delays.

• Coordinate with Production, Stores, Quality, Planning and Accounts departments.

• Procure CI, SG Iron & SS Castings, Forgings, Shafts, Sleeves, Impellers, Bearings, Mechanical Seals, Gaskets, Fasteners, Motors, Valves, Pipes, Fittings and other engineering items.

• Procure SS, MS and Carbon Steel raw materials and machined components.

• Evaluate vendor performance based on quality, cost and delivery.

• Monitor material availability, inventory levels and replenishment requirements.

• Handle excess, slow-moving and non-moving inventory.

• Resolve vendor issues related to quality, quantity, delivery and commercial terms.

• Maintain purchase records, vendor database, quotations, POs and other procurement documents.

• Support ISO audits and ensure proper purchase documentation and compliance.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure competitive procurement.

Preferred candidate profile

• 3-6 years of relevant experience in Purchase/Procurement.
• Experience in centrifugal pump, valve, mechanical seal or heavy engineering manufacturing industry preferred.
• Strong knowledge of engineering materials, pump components and manufacturing requirements.
• Good vendor network in engineering/manufacturing industries.
• Strong negotiation and vendor development skills.
• Experience in procurement of castings, forgings, machined components, raw materials and engineering items.
• Knowledge of SAP, Tally, Busy or other ERP systems.
• Good working knowledge of MS Excel and MS Office.
• Knowledge of ISO documentation and procurement compliance will be an advantage.
• Good communication, coordination and follow-up skills.
• Immediate joiners will be preferred.

Perks and benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and interview.
• Growth and career development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work in the engineering and centrifugal pump manufacturing industry.
• Professional and supportive work environment.

Interested candidates can share their updated resume on WhatsApp with HR Raman 9152915302.