Purchase Engineer E1

Vendor Management & Development

• Maintain effective relationships with existing vendors to ensure uninterrupted supply.

• Develop 2–3 new vendors per quarter for approved and critical components.

• Support vendor evaluation, onboarding, and periodic performance reviews.

• Track vendor performance metrics: delivery, quality, responsiveness, and cost.

Purchase Process & Documentation

• Execute RFQs/RFIs as per approved PRs.

• Manage PR-to-PO cycle within defined TAT.

• Prepare and release POs following the approval matrix.

• Ensure accuracy of invoices, HSN codes, GST compliance, and supporting documents.

• Maintain procurement records for audits and internal review.

Cost Management & Negotiation

• Support cost reduction and economy targets defined for the Motor BU.

• Conduct price negotiations and finalize commercial terms.

• Prepare actual vs. negotiated rate comparison and cost analysis.

• Assist in standardization and alternate sourcing initiatives.

Compliance & Audit

• Maintain procurement documentation for ISO, Six Sigma, and internal audits.

• Support supplier audits and timely closure of observations.

• Ensure collection and maintenance of statutory and compliance documents from vendors.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Coordinate with QA, EDP, R&D, Production, Sales, QC, Stores, and Accounts.

• Support resolution of quality, delivery, and system-related issues.

• Participate in cross-functional reviews as required.

New Product & Supplier Development

• Support new product development (NPD) from a procurement perspective.

• Review RFQs, quotations, tooling costs, supplier agreements, and feasibility inputs.

• Assist in supplier feasibility and commercial evaluation for new parts.

Inventory & Supply Chain Efficiency

• Support initiatives to reduce inventory holding costs.

• Monitor GRN-to-QA inspection cycle and ensure timely closure.

• Track supplier delivery commitments to avoid line stoppages.

System & ERP Management

• Maintain accurate procurement data in ERP.

• Release POs in ERP as per approved workflows.

• Generate vendor comparison statements, MIS, and cost reports.

• Ensure ERP discipline and traceability of transactions.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Coordinate with QA for material quality improvements.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to cost, quality, and supplier performance.

• Participate in standardization and value engineering activities.