Purchase engineer

Core Purpose

This role will be responsible for sourcing high-quality raw materials, electronic components, and pneumatic hardware at the most competitive prices. They must balance technical specifications with cost-efficiency and ensure a "Zero-Breakdown" supply chain for production.

Key Responsibilities

A. Technical Sourcing

• Source specialized components for robotics and dispensing machines
• Understand technical drawings and BOM (Bill of Materials) to ensure 100% accuracy in parts ordered.

B. Vendor Development & Management

• Identify and audit new vendors in the Pune industrial hub and globally.
• Negotiate prices and close deals
• Evaluate vendor performance based on Quality, Lead Time, and Credit Terms .

C. Cost Optimization

• Conduct Value Engineering : Finding alternative components or materials that offer the same performance at a lower cost.

D. Inventory & Coordination

• Implement good purchasing practices for procurement and reduce warehouse carrying costs.
• Coordinate with the Production team to prevent "Line-Down" situations.
• Manage the "Inward Quality" processensuring that what was ordered is exactly what was delivered.

Candidate Profile

• Education: B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical or Mechatronics (A technical background)
• Experience: 35 years in a manufacturing setup (preferably in Special Purpose Machinery
• Skillset: * Strong negotiation and "haggling" skills.
• Knowledge of GST, Customs Duty, and Import/Export documentation (if sourcing parts from abroad).
• Ability to read technical datasheets (TDS).