Purchase Engineer E1

Key Responsibilities 1. Vendor Management & Development • Maintain effective working relationships with existing vendors to ensure continuity of supply. • Develop 2–3 new vendors per quarter for approved and critical components. • Support vendor evaluation, onboarding documentation, and periodic performance reviews. • Track vendor performance parameters: delivery, quality, responsiveness, and cost. 2. Purchase Process & Documentation • Execute timely RFQ / RFI issuance as per approved PRs. • Manage PR-to-PO cycle within defined TAT. • Prepare and release POs as per approval matrix. • Ensure accuracy of invoices, HSN codes, GST compliance, and supporting documents. • Maintain procurement records for audit and internal review. 3. Cost Management & Negotiation • Support and achieve cost reduction / cost economy targets defined for the Motor BU. • Conduct price negotiations under guidance and finalize commercial terms. • Prepare actual vs negotiated rate comparison and cost analysis sheets. • Support standardization and alternate sourcing initiatives. 4. Compliance & Audit • Maintain procurement-related documentation for ISO, Six Sigma, and internal audits. • Support supplier audits and ensure timely closure of audit observations. • Ensure collection and maintenance of statutory and compliance documents from vendors. 5. Cross-Functional Coordination • Coordinate with QA, EDP, R&D, Production, Sales, QC, Stores, and Accounts for smooth execution. • Support resolution of issues related to quality rejections, delivery delays, and system mismatches. • Participate in cross-functional reviews as required. 6. New Product & Supplier Development • Support new product development (NPD) activities from procurement perspective. • Review RFQs, quotations, tooling costs, supplier agreements, and feasibility inputs. • Assist in supplier feasibility and commercial evaluation for new parts. 7. Inventory & Supply Chain Efficiency • Support initiatives to reduce inventory holding cost. • Monitor GRN-to-QA inspection cycle and follow up for timely closures. • Track supplier delivery commitments to avoid line stoppages 8. System & ERP Management • Maintain accuracy of procurement data in ERP. • Release POs in ERP as per approved workflows. • Generate vendor comparison statements, MIS, and cost reports. • Ensure ERP discipline and traceability of transactions 9. Quality & Continuous Improvement • Coordinate with QA for material quality improvement actions. • Support continuous improvement initiatives related to cost, quality, and supplier performance. • Participate in standardization and value engineering activities Requirements Skills & Competencies Technical Skills • Strong execution capability • Sound commercial understanding • Good negotiation and vendor coordination skills • ERP discipline and documentation accuracy • Ability to work independently within defined authority limits Behavioural Attributes • Ownership-driven and dependable • Detail-oriented and process compliant • Collaborative with cross-functional teams • High integrity and ethical conduct Qualification & Experience • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical / Electrical / Production preferred). • 3–6 years of relevant experience in procurement/supply chain in a manufacturing setup. • Exposure to motors / electromechanical components preferred. • Working knowledge of ERP systems