Senior Procurement Engineer

3 weeks ago

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India VA TECH WABAG LTD. Full time

Open Positions:

  1. Piping Procurement Engineer – 5+ years' experience
  2. Senior Piping Procurement Engineer – 10+ years' experience

Key Responsibilities:

  • End-to-end procurement for key project packages including:
  • Piping : Pipes (CS, SS, DI, HDPE, GRE, PVC), valves, fittings, flanges, gaskets, supports
  • Structural Steel : Rolled sections (beams, channels, angles, plates), gratings, handrails, ladders
  • Reinforcement Steel (TMT) : As per structural BOQ and drawings
  • Cement & Civil Bulk Materials : OPC/PPC, GGBS, fly ash, aggregates, bricks, concrete additives
  • Float and manage RFQs, bid evaluations (technical + commercial), and vendor negotiations.
  • Coordinate with engineering and site teams to ensure specifications and delivery timelines are met.
  • Issue purchase orders (POs) aligned with project budget and contractual terms.
  • Liaise with vendors for material submittals, inspections, and documentation.
  • Track and expedite deliveries; resolve supply or quality-related issues.
  • Maintain procurement logs, vendor data, and cost comparisons.
  • Ensure compliance with internal procurement procedures and project requirements.

Additional Responsibilities for Sr. Role (10+ years):

  • Lead procurement strategy for multiple projects or large-value packages.
  • Develop and maintain key vendor relationships and rate contracts.
  • Mentor junior procurement staff and assist in team planning.
  • Support strategic sourcing and cost optimization initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical / Civil Engineering or equivalent.
  • 5+ years (Engineer) / 10+ years (Sr. Engineer) of relevant procurement experience in an EPC environment.
  • Experience in sourcing and managing materials for piping, structural steel, and cement/civil works .
  • Strong knowledge of IS/ASTM/ASME standards and civil/piping drawings.
  • Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
  • Good knowledge of Incoterms, logistics, inspection, and vendor quality protocols.
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Preferred Experience:

  • Experience in water & wastewater , infrastructure , or industrial EPC projects.
  • Exposure to both domestic and international suppliers.
  • Familiarity with site requirements, packaging, and shipping logistics.

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