Purchase Engineer

1. Procurement & Sourcing : Assist in sourcing and purchasing machined components, fasteners, bearings, electrical items, raw materials, fabrication items, castings, forgings, and MRO items.

• Identify and communicate with new suppliers and vendors.
• Collect quotations from suppliers based on BOMs, drawings, specifications, and material requirements.
• Compare supplier quotations based on price, quality, delivery time, and payment terms.
• Follow up with suppliers for quotations, order confirmations, and material deliveries.
• Support the Purchase team in achieving cost-effective procurement.

2.Technical Coordination Read and understand basic engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical specifications.

• Coordinate with Design, Production, Quality, and Stores departments to understand material requirements.
• Develop basic knowledge of machining, fabrication, casting, forging, welding, and other manufacturing processes.
• Clarify technical requirements with suppliers in coordination with the concerned engineering team.
• Assist in coordinating sample approvals and inspection requirements.

3.Purchase & Order Management: Prepare and send RFQs (Request for Quotations) to suppliers.

• Prepare quotation comparison statements and submit them for approval.
• Assist in preparing and processing Purchase Orders (POs).
• Monitor open purchase orders and follow up with suppliers for timely delivery.
• Maintain proper records of purchase orders, quotations, supplier details, and delivery status.
• Coordinate with Stores and Accounts teams regarding material receipt and invoice-related issues.

4. Supplier Management Assist in identifying and developing reliable suppliers.

• Maintain good professional relationships with existing vendors.
• Follow up with suppliers regarding quality issues, delivery delays, shortages, and replacement of rejected materials.
• Maintain supplier performance records related to quality, cost, and delivery.

5. Documentation & Reporting Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier documentation.

• Update purchase trackers, material status reports, and supplier databases.
• Assist in maintaining material price records for future reference.
• Prepare regular reports related to pending orders, deliveries, and procurement status.
• Ensure purchasing activities follow company procedures and approval processes.
• 0–1 year of experience in Purchase / Procurement / Sourcing / Vendor Development in an engineering or manufacturing company is preferred.
• Freshers with a Mechanical/Production Engin