Supply Acquisition

Job Title: Junior Purchase Engineer (From Manufacturing Industry)

Location: Ghatkopar

Department: Purchase

Experience: 1-2years

Vacancy: 1 (Male/Female)

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 cost-saving 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.

 Analyse 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.

We are looking for a detail-oriented professional to manage order-based planning and procurement coordination. The role involves close interaction with channel partners, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure timely material delivery against customer orders.

• Experience in procurement in Electrical components which are used in machine building.

• Background in electrical/machine-building solution products.

• Plan materials as per confirmed orders

• Issue and track Purchase Orders

• Follow up on dispatch, delivery & acceptance dates

• Coordinate internally for smooth

order execution

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, contact, and manage vendors to ensure timely procurement of materials.
• Generate and process Requests for Quotations (RFQs); coordinate vendor confirmations and responses.
• Create and manage Purchase Orders (POs) and Proforma Invoices (PIs) with accuracy.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate material availability to prevent shortages or excess.
• Maintain accurate documentation of procurement records—contracts, invoices, delivery notes, and orders.
• Conduct quality checks during incoming inspections to ensure material compliance and standards.
• Coordinate with vendors for quality certificates, compliance documents, and regulatory adherence.
• Collaborate closely with internal engineering, production, and finance teams to align procurement activities with project goals.

Role Summary

·       Deliver Sourcing and Category Management for the Contingent Labor category in the Americas region (LATAM, US and Canada). Majority of spend is in the U.S.

·       Support development and execution regional category strategy and plan

·       Provide category thought leadership, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement

·       This position will be in India

Responsibilities

·       Manage team member activities including setting individual targets, team targets and performance monitoring

·       Analyze spend, identify opportunities and deliver programs that generate cost savings, contract improvements and risk mitigation

·       Develop and execute category strategies and plans in concert with the other functional teams (Recruiting, Finance, Legal, Sales & Delivery Teams)

·       Provide thought leadership and promote knowledge sharing process across all regions

·       Provide support to sales & delivery teams in responding to RFPs for procurement of Temp Labor.

·       Obtain support and agreement for procurement strategies from key stakeholders to ensure optimal compliance.

·       Work with internal stakeholders to identify and support their need for filling contingent labor roles

·       Initiate and manage Rfx’s (RFQ’s, RFI’s and RFP’s) related contract labor

·       Contract negotiation and implementation

·       Define and manage key supplier relationships to deliver improvement in performance, cost, service and quality. Responsible for Supplier Relationship Management program.

·       Measure supplier performance against contractual and service delivery targets.

·       Lead supplier review meetings with business stakeholders and suppliers to assess supplier performance and contract compliance and take corrective action as required. Promote vendor capabilities within the organization. Provide official communication to suppliers as necessary.

·       Negotiate Savings and best possible commercials across the contingent labor category. Track and report savings.

·       Establish and report on measurable performance metrics for all procurement activities including supplier performance, payment terms, contractual terms, savings, and spend under management

·       Establish and develop relationships with all key stakeholders: suppliers, internal customers; engaging with internal recruitment team, procurement, payables and other business stakeholders.

·       Assist in providing procurement solutions to our clients

·       Drive value added activities by implementing innovative strategies that both support and align with the organization’s priorities and goals

·       Develop and Manage the Supplier Diversity Initiative

Key Skills/Experience:

·       5+ years Procurement experience delivering contingent labor category sourcing/buying services, strategic sourcing, contract negotiation and supplier relationship management.

·       Advanced knowledge of the US contingent labor marketplace (e.g. suppliers, rates, labor laws, technology, rate benchmarking tools)

·       Exposure to contract laws, negotiation, market dynamics, commercial strategy, strategic sourcing, contract management and supply relationship management

·       Experience evaluating, selecting, and implementing a VMS technology

·       Strong communication skills and drive desired results within the organization

·       Excellent people management skills; Proficient in verbal communication, writing, time management, organizational and presentation skills

·       Ability to interact and influence at all levels

·       Excellent analytical and decision-making skills

·       Exceptionally strong work ethic displaying a mature, professional, service-oriented attitude with an ability to adjust quickly to change

·       Motivated, self-starter and achievement oriented

·       Demonstrated ability to build relationships / partnerships (internal and external), and ability to influence and drive change

·       Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel

·       Excellent negotiation, influence, mediation & conflict management skills

·       Bachelor’s Degree required, Advance degree and/or Contingent Labor certification a plus

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

• 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

• 10 years experience in Purchase
• Prior experience in an FMCG/Personal care company preferred
• Experience in purchasing ingredients, extract powders, solvents, and consumable items