Purchase Engineer

Key Responsibilities

1. Sourcing and Procurement

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers and vendors for various products and services
• Compare suppliers based on pricing, quality standards, delivery timelines, and reliability
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, payment terms, and delivery conditions to achieve cost efficiency

2. Purchase Order Management

• Prepare and issue purchase orders with accurate specifications, quantities, and delivery schedules
• Track purchase orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery
• Coordinate with internal departments to align procurement requirements
• Resolve discrepancies related to purchase orders, invoices, and deliveries

3. Inventory Management

• Monitor inventory levels to ensure uninterrupted operations
• Coordinate with warehouse and logistics teams for timely stock replenishment
• Assist in inventory planning to minimize excess stock and avoid shortages

4. Supplier Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with suppliers and vendors
• Address supplier performance issues, quality concerns, and delivery delays
• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews

5. Compliance and Documentation

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, procedures, and statutory regulations
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, supplier contracts, pricing, and procurement documentation
• Support audits and internal reviews by providing required procurement data

Skills and Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in the Purchase/Procurement field or a similar role, preferably in a relevant industry
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, policies, and best practices
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems for purchase and inventory management

Preferred Skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong coordination skills with internal teams and external vendors

sJob Description for Purchase Engineer

Purchase Engineer will be responsible for sourcing equipment, goods and services and

managing vendors.

Roles & Responsibilities:

 Source Raw materials, fabrication & consumable electrical items.

 Run MRP thrice a week for optimal results.

 Raise & issue PO to supplier,

 Ensure on-time supplier delivery;

 Raise debit-note for rejected materials;

 Update stores for returning rejected materials;

 Update pending work order status/report to Suppliers;

 Reviewing, evaluating, consolidating, upgrading and approving purchase requests;

 Track price changes & prepare comparative statements;

 Craft negotiation strategies and close commercial deals with best terms;

 Ensure clear requirements documentation;

 Partner with reliable vendors and suppliers;

 Determine quantity and timing of deliveries;

 Examine & resolve shortages and quality issues; procurement delays;

 Coordinate regularly with Sales, Production, Engineering, Quality, Stores, HR & Admin,

Process & Accounts Departments;

 Maintain records/reports as per ISO requirements;

 Work non-traditional hours on weekends and holidays during exigencies;

 Any other task assigned by management;

 Reporting to Dy Manager-Purchase

Key Result Areas/KRAs (annual evaluation across entire Company) for Purchase Engineer:

 Identifying & recommending Suppliers;

 Coordinating with Suppliers by raising Enquiries, Purchase Orders And Receipt Of Materials;

 Follow–up on all Orders placed;

 Analysing the purchase requirements.

 Developing and maintaining systems to procure material.

 Cost Reduction - alternate Vendor Development;

 Handle any related matters to Purchase;

 Responsible for timely passing of the bills;

 Responsible in gathering & sorting related documents for Purchase;

 Responsible for timely delivery of the material.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement Management

• Oversee and manage the procurement of raw materials and packaging materials for cosmetic production.
• Identify, evaluate, and establish strong relationships with new and existing suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to ensure cost-effectiveness without compromising quality.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to maintain seamless production schedules.
• Conduct market research and attend trade fairs/exhibitions across India to source innovative products and stay updated on industry trends.

Production Coordination

• Collaborate with production teams to ensure availability of materials for efficient manufacturing.
• Develop and implement production schedules, optimizing processes to enhance efficiency and minimize waste.
• Coordinate with supply chain and logistics to ensure smooth material flow and inventory management.

Research and Development Support

• Work with the R&D team to identify and procure suitable raw materials for new product formulations.
• Stay updated on emerging trends in cosmetics and skincare to support innovation and development.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure that procured materials meet regulatory and company quality standards.
• Work closely with the quality control team to address any quality issues and implement corrective actions.

Budgeting and Cost Management

• Perform cost-benefit analyses to optimize spending and secure the best value.
• Conduct forecasting and variance analysis to align procurement with financial goals.
• Review and approve expenses related to procurement, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints.

Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, and supply chain, to meet organizational goals.
• Actively participate in team meetings, contributing insights and recommendations for improvement.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetology, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years in procurement in the cosmetics, beauty, or skincare industry.
• Strong knowledge of raw material and packaging material procurement.
• Proficiency in production scheduling, market research, and supplier negotiations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective vendor and team collaboration.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards in cosmetics production is an advantage.

About the Client

Our client is a renowned luxury interiors brand recognized for crafting bespoke, high-end designs and delivering timeless, elegant living spaces. With a reputation for precision and excellence, they continue to set benchmarks in the premium interiors industry.

We’re Hiring – Purchase Manager(Interiors)

We have 1 open position for a dynamic Purchase & Vendor Management Professional in the interiors industry.

Working Days: Tuesday–Sunday (Monday Off)

Key Responsibilities

• Estimation & Coordination: Work with interior designers to prepare BOQs, cost estimations, and provide market/vendor insights.
• Quotation Management: Source multiple quotations, prepare comparative statements, and support management in decision-making.
• Negotiations & Approvals: Negotiate with vendors on pricing, delivery, and payment terms. Manage approvals, contracts, and POs.
• Vendor & Material Management: Build and maintain a strong vendor network, ensure timely delivery, and resolve quality or billing issues.
• Cost Control & Compliance: Monitor material usage, ensure budget compliance, and adhere to procurement policies.

Skills & Requirements

• Strong knowledge of interior materials, BOQs, and cost estimation
• 4–8 years’ experience in procurement/vendor management (interiors or construction)
• Excellent negotiation, vendor management and documentation skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel / ERP tools

Responsibilities and Duties

• To Lead and execute the whole of the procurement function or in parts for Commercial Interiors category as per company norms
• Responsible for purchase decisions that impact cost of purchase, quality of purchase and timeliness of delivery etc of the purchase in relation to commercial interiors
• Implement Industry best practices for Purchase / Procurement by implementing Processes including automation of purchase processes, creating and revising existing procedures and formats used for purchase, updating the database and enhancing vendor connect
• To ensure internal customer delight by timely processing of quotes received from the site / vendors, evaluation of vendors in the line of priority for cost/quality/delivery/process compliance etc, management of payment cycles, inventory management and implementing effective mechanisms in purchase management
• Managing team of procurement executives or offices and freshers wherever applicable to deliver the team objectives by managing team interactions effectively and in collaborative manner . Equally so to manage individual contributor role in procurement function
• Responsible for periodic purchase related MIS and relevant daily, weekly and monthly reports to the management

Our client is a Delhi based healthcare platform that is dedicated to Ayurveda and provides wellness solutions to its customers that is tailored and fine-tuned to their requirements. They have created a unique balance of Ayurvedic herbs and western medicine to come up with courses and medical advice which will not only rid their patients of the illness but also helps them bring the body back into balance.

Their services are available across the globe, with over 65% of their client base being from US, UK, and Canada. The company's primary focus is on Ayurveda and taking the ancient knowledge to anyone who wishes to bring back balance to their health and apply the tools in their everyday life.

As the SCM Manager, you will be managing procurement of product, packaging and services for all ongoing and future brand launches.

What you need to have:

• Creating vendor-wise PO based on the total production requirement
• Raising PO to the vendors and following up with them for timely dispatch
• Managing the dispatches and deliveries of the items being ordered to the vendors
• Engaging with the logistics service providers to ensure timely delivery of the goods
• Supervising QC of the items received at factory
• Identifying the gaps in invoice and actual receipt and escalating to senior management
• Identifying new vendors for the required raw materials

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Good Hindi speaking skills
• Knowledge in Kannada
• Strong learning and ‘can-do’ attitude
• Experience of working in factory or warehouse
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task 
• Excellent command over MS Excel