Purchase Engineer

About the Role

• Full-time, on-site role based in Ahmedabad.
• Responsible for managing end-to-end purchasing activities for elevator and escalator components, materials, and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate supplier quotations.
• Prepare and process purchase orders.
• Ensure timely delivery in line with project and production schedules.
• Coordinate with engineering, projects, and warehouse teams to understand technical requirements.
• Optimize purchase planning.
• Maintain adequate inventory levels.
• Monitor vendor performance.
• Analyze costs.
• Negotiate terms within company guidelines.
• Update purchasing records and reports.
• Adhere to quality, safety, and compliance standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in purchasing efficiency and cost control.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• ERP or similar systems experience for creating, managing, and tracking purchase orders.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of purchasing processes, including purchase management and purchase planning.
• Hands-on experience in creating, managing, and tracking purchase orders.
• Demonstrated analytical skills for cost comparison, vendor evaluation, and data-driven decision-making.
• Knowledge of engineering materials and components, preferably in elevators, escalators, or related industries.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and maintain constructive supplier relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) or a relevant technical discipline.
• Prior experience in procurement or supply chain within manufacturing or construction is an advantage.
• Familiarity with quality standards, basic contract terms, and compliance requirements in purchasing.