Purchase Engineer

Job Description

Position: Purchase Engineer Raw Material Procurement

Experience: 4-6 Years

Location: Gurugram

Industry: Mobile Phone Manufacturing

Department: Procurement Department

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Purchase Engineer to join our Procurement Department, specializing in the purchase of raw materials for mobile phone manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have 3-8 years of relevant experience in sourcing, supplier management, import/export operations, and new product development (NPD) in the electronics or mobile manufacturing industry. This role is critical to ensuring timely procurement of quality materials at competitive prices while maintaining excellent supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Procurement & Sourcing:

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for raw materials (Electronics components, plastic parts and packaging materials, etc.) required for mobile phone manufacturing.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers based on technical, commercial, and operational criteria.
• Conduct market research and supplier benchmarking to ensure competitive pricing and quality standards.
• Manage global sourcing operations, including importing raw materials from international markets.

2. Supplier Management:

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with local and international suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance, including on-time delivery, quality, cost, and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Develop supplier evaluation and audit programs to ensure adherence to company standards and compliance with industry regulations.
• Collaborate with suppliers on continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs and improve quality.

3. New Product Development (NPD):

• Work closely with the Development Departments, Engineering, and Production teams to ensure timely procurement of raw materials for new product launches.
• Coordinate with suppliers to meet technical specifications, timelines requirements during NPD.

4. Negotiation:

• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers to achieve cost savings while ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Prepare and manage purchase contracts, ensuring compliance with terms, conditions, and applicable laws.

5. Import & Export Management:

• Handle all import/export activities related to raw material procurement, ensuring compliance with customs and regulatory requirements.

6. Procurement Operations:

• Maintain and update procurement records, including purchase orders, supplier agreements, and vendor data.
• Prepare regular reports on procurement performance, inventory management, consumption data, Raw Materials analysis, capacity analysis, Resource management at supplier side, delivery data, forecasting and supplier performance metrics.

Key Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management.

• Experience: 4-6 years of experience in raw material procurement, preferably in the mobile phone or electronics manufacturing industry.

• Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and procurement tools.

• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management, and international trade regulations.

• Familiarity with raw materials used in mobile phone manufacturing and their sourcing requirements.

• Soft Skills:

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a dynamic and innovative team in a fast-growing mobile phone manufacturing company.
• Work on challenging projects with opportunities for career growth and development.
• Competitive compensation package, including performance-based incentives.