
Sr. Purchase Engineer
Job Title: Sr. Purchase Engineer (From Pharmaceutical Industry)
Location: Ghatkopar
Department: Purchase
Experience: 1-7 yrs
Qualifications:
Diploma / Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related field
Skills:
Experience in pharmaceutical, automation, or equipment manufacturing industries.
Familiarity with import/export documentation and procurement policies.
Strategic thinker with a proactive and results-oriented mind-set.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Computer knowledge like Excel, Word, Power point.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Handle purchase requisitions and procurement of raw materials, components, and services as per company requirements.
Work with an ERP system to manage purchase orders, track inventory, and generate reports.
Conduct market research and vendor analysis to identify cost-effective and reliable suppliers.
Oversee the sourcing of materials, goods, and services to meet company requirements.
Monitor market trends and conduct cost analysis to identify cossaving opportunities.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors.
Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards in procurement activities.
Implement and optimize procurement processes for maximum efficiency.
Prepare and maintain purchase records, price lists, and vendor agreements.
Analyze and report on procurement metrics, performance, and budget adherence.
Implement risk management strategies to address potential disruptions in the supply chain.
Continuously evaluate and improve vendor performance and product quality.
Participate in budget planning and contribute to cost management initiatives.
Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.

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Qualification: BE/Bcom
Experience: 3 to 5 SAME FIELD
Industry: Manufacturing
Notice Period :1 (immediate joining)
Key Responsibilities:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Purchase expert to join our procurement team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials, equipment, and services required by the organization. This role requires strong negotiation skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to build strong supplier relationships. The Purchase Executive will play a crucial role in ensuring that all procurement activities support and adhere to organizational goals and objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Sourcing and Procurement:
o Identify and source suppliers and vendors for various products and services.
o Evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery speed.
o Negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions with suppliers.
2. Purchase Order Management:
o Generate purchase orders and ensure accuracy of specifications, quantities, and delivery timelines.
o Monitor and track orders to ensure timely delivery.
o Resolve discrepancies between purchase orders and supplier invoices.
3. Inventory Management:
o Maintain optimal inventory levels to meet operational requirements.
o Coordinate with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure efficient stock replenishment and distribution.
4. Supplier Relationship Management:
o Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
o Address supplier issues and concerns promptly to ensure uninterrupted flow of goods and services.
5. Compliance and Documentation:
o Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
o Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other relevant data.
Skills and Qualifications:
· Proven experience in Purchase field or similar role, preferably in [industry or sector].
· Solid knowledge of procurement processes, policies, and procedures.
· Strong negotiation and communication skills.
· Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
· Proficient in MS Office suite and ERP software
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- Estimation & Coordination
- Work closely with interior designers to understand project requirements.
- Assist in preparing BOQs (Bill of Quantities) and cost estimations.
- Provide market rates and vendor inputs during the design stage.
- Quotation Management
- Source multiple quotations for materials, furniture, fittings, and finishes.
- Prepare comparative statements (quotation analysis) for management review.
- Negotiations & Approvals
- Negotiate prices, delivery timelines, and payment terms with vendors.
- Get approvals from management and issue purchase orders.
- Ensure all approvals, contracts, and documentation are properly maintained.
- Vendor & Material Management
- Identify and maintain a network of reliable vendors for all interior categories.
- Coordinate with vendors for timely supply as per project schedule.
- Resolve issues related to quality, billing, or delivery delays.
- Cost Control & Compliance
- Monitor material usage to minimize wastage.
- Ensure purchases are within approved budgets.
- Comply with company procurement policies and quality standards.
Skills & Requirements:
- Strong knowledge of interior materials, BOQs, and cost estimation.
- Ability to collaborate with interior designers and project managers.
- Excellent negotiation, vendor management, and documentation skills.
- Proficiency in MS Excel / ERP procurement tools.
- 8–12 years’ experience in procurement/vendor management in interiors or construction.
Working day - Tue-Sun . Monday off
Job Description:
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 3-4 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.
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6) Management Of pan India Procurement activities
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- SAP MM Functional Support
• Functional support for all Material Management, Quality Management & Procurement
• Taking initiative in new development in MM Area.
• Master data validation
• SAP Developments
• Preparing Technical Specification Document
• Implementation of development logic
• Technical / Functional testing of MM developments
• SAP Roles & Authorization
• Role assignment to user ,New role/object/field creation according to requirement
Roles and Responsibilities :
- Handling inquiries to get quotations from the vendor and closing it by generating the purchase orders.
- Coordinating and negotiating with vendors to get the most cost effective quotations.
- Procure products at negotiated rates from vendors
- Researching new prospective brands and affitating with them for new business
- Establish and maintain relationships with industry influencers and key strategic partners
- Preparing proposals for the clients based on their respective inquiries. Utilizing excel to keep the dashboard off inquiries, quotation, purchase orders, payments & deliveries.
Key Skills required
- Excellent communication, presentation and leadership skills
- Sound knowledge of MS - Office
- Outstanding organizational and time management skills
- Aptitude in presentation and public speaking
- Attention to details Critical thinker and analytical problem solver
The founders are alumnus of prestigious tech and business institutes, with expertise and experience with ECommerce and distribution facilities. They have ensured quality and fashion with the factory price tag, that works best when shared rapidly with communities on social networking.
What you will do:
- 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
What you need to have:- 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
Started in 2015, this lifestyle and accessories startup has taken over the consumer electronics sector in India. Our client has a product range that includes an extensive catalog of headphones, speakers, travel accessories, and modern earphones. It believes in providing cutting edge electronic products stamped with durability and affordability.
The brand is associated with some of the major icons across categories and tie-ups with industries covering fashion, sports, and music, of course. The founders are Marketing grads, with vast experience in the consumer lifestyle products and other major brands. With their vigorous efforts toward quality and marketing, they have been able to strike a chord with major E-commerce brands and even consumers.
- Analyzing the marketplace to find capable manufactures who provide the best product cost, quality and delivery objectives insuring maximum bottom-line impact
- Managing the end-to-end RFx process, Supplier selection including negotiating the best cost and contract
- Managing the supplier relationship on an ongoing basis including holding the supplier to quality and compliance requirements
- Developing negotiation strategies to deliver against business objectives and achieving sustainable relationships with suppliers. This includes periodic rebidding to ensure our costs remain competitive
- Developing risk mitigation strategies including contingency plans, lead-time reductions and supply chain efficiencies
- Being responsible for selecting suppliers that can reliably deliver products on spec at high quality levels and targeted costs.
- Regularly monitoring key aspects of factory and supplier performance levels through a scorecard and audit process.
- Interacting with multiple internal and external stakeholders and regularly updating leadership on progress
- 3+ years experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain management or supplier management
- Bachelor’s degree - BE/ BTech
- Experience in supplier negotiations
- Understanding technical requirements and translating them to business/ sourcing parameters is a must
- Smart, creative thinker and problem-solver, fast learner, with demonstrated initiative
- Willingness to adapt to fast changing situations encountered in startups
- Strong writer and communicator, excellent listener, with superior sales skills and comfort regularly interacting with strangers
- MBA from a reputed college
- Experience in consumer electronics and good understanding of electronics manufacturing
- Prior experience in setting up sourcing programs, supplier management scorecards and dashboards
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- Planning of purchase requirements as per manufacturing schedule/purchase indent
- Controlling budgets
- Managing and developing vendors
- Managing inventory
- Managing ongoing supplier relationships
- Preparing reports on purchases, including cost analyses
- Negotiating with supplier for economical pricing for best quality material
Desired Candidate Profile
What you need to have:- 10 years experience in Purchase
- Prior experience in an FMCG/Personal care company preferred
- Experience in purchasing ingredients, extract powders, solvents, and consumable items
What you will do:
- Identifying and developing potential suppliers
- Monitoring project budget, process budget and forecasting cash flow requirements
- Preparing and processing purchase orders and documents in accordance with company policies and procedures and sending the same to suppliers and sub-contractors
- Following-up with the vendors to check the status of outstanding orders in conjunction with the expeditor and ensuring that outstanding commitments are accurately reflected in the supply chain system
- Renewing contracts and software licenses within the due date
- Verifying of payment claim form based on PO and invoice
- Liaisoning with the finance team and ensuring timely release of payments
- Obtaining payment details from finance and reconciling with vendors
- Developing long-term partnerships with suppliers, negotiating contracts and managing day-to-day supplier performance to ensure meeting of service, cost, delivery and quality norms
- Evaluating vendor performance based on PQD (Product/ Quality/ Delivery) for higher quality of services from vendors in liaison with user departments
- Retaining/ deleting of vendors based on vendor performance evaluation
- Reviewing of RFPs, POs released which are not executed completely
- Providing MIS report to Managers about transactions made against each category
What you need to have:
- Preferred Work experience in electronic accessories
- Experience in sourcing, vendor development, purchase
- Handled electronic components, PCB, mechanical parts
- Ability to get or suggest best low-cost components
- Knowledge about import, export, costing, projects







