Assistant Manager – Purchase

12 hours ago

Pune Maharashtra India, Maharashtra Aera Gas Control Systems Pvt Ltd Full time

Assistant Manager – Purchase / Strategic Sourcing (Automotive | Machined & Electrical Parts) | Pune

Join Aera Gas Control Systems Pvt. Ltd. (Aera GCS) — a fast-growing Tier-2 automotive component manufacturer specializing in pneumatic & hydraulic solenoid valve assemblies. We partner with leading OEMs & Tier-1 suppliers, driving innovation and excellence across the value chain.

We are looking for a hands-on Assistant Manager – Purchase / Supplier Development & Sourcing with 4–6 years of experience in multi-commodity procurement and supplier development, preferably in the automotive sector.

What You’ll Do

  • Develop & manage suppliers for machined parts, plastics, sheet metal, rubber, springs, forgings, castings (PDC, SGI), and electrical components.
  • Lead supplier identification, audits, qualification & development (domestic & global).
  • Handle RFQs, RFPs, cost breakdowns (should-costing / ZBC) & commercial negotiations.
  • Track & analyse raw material indexes (Nalco, CIAM, steel, copper, aluminium) to build cost intelligence.
  • Ensure compliance with APQP, PPAP, Run@Rate, and IATF 16949 / VDA 6.3 / ISO 9001 standards.
  • Execute strategic sourcing initiatives — supplier consolidation, localization & long-term contracts.
  • Support tooling & capacity planning with Engineering & Quality teams.
  • Monitor supplier OTD, PPM & cost competitiveness and drive improvements.
  • Stay updated on global sourcing trends, commodity price movements & currency fluctuations.
  • Enhance procurement processes using ERP (SAP / Tally), Excel dashboards & digital tools.

What We’re Looking For

  • B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical / Production / Industrial Engineering (mandatory).
  • 4–6 years of relevant experience in automotive purchase, sourcing or supplier development.
  • Strong exposure to multi-commodity procurement (mechanical + electrical).
  • Experience with APQP / PPAP / supplier audits & ERP systems.
  • Excellent negotiation, costing & supplier relationship skills.
  • Strong analytical abilities & advanced Excel proficiency.
  • Willingness to travel for supplier visits (domestic & international).
  • Exposure to strategic sourcing / global sourcing is a plus.

Location: Pune (Preference: Pune-based or willing to relocate)

Seniority: Mid-level (Sourcing Engineer / Purchase Engineer ready to step up are welcome)

Industry: Automotive, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Industrial Machinery



Why Join Aera GCS

  • Be part of a growing Tier-2 automotive organization with cutting-edge products.
  • Drive strategic supplier development across multiple commodities.
  • Work directly with leadership in a fast-paced, high-impact role.

If you have experience as a Buyer / Purchase Engineer / Sourcing Engineer / Commodity Buyer in the automotive sector and are ready to lead supplier development - apply now



Keywords: Automotive sourcing, Purchase Engineer, Buyer, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Development, APQP, PPAP, IATF 16949, VDA 6.3, Machined Parts, Electrical Components, Multi-Commodity Procurement, Should Costing, Cost Breakdown, ERP SAP, Global Sourcing.


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