Buyer

About the job

The Buyer is responsible for procurement of materials and services required by the organization. The role involves sourcing vendors, negotiating prices, placing purchase orders, and ensuring timely delivery of materials as per the production plan (MPS). Key Responsibilities: • Review and monitor purchase requisitions daily to identify procurement needs. • Collect drawings, specifications, and technical documents and identify suitable vendors. • Send enquiries to potential vendors for new material requirements. • Receive quotations and prepare Cost Comparison Statements (CCS). • Analyze component cost break-ups and finalize vendor selection. • Develop new vendors and coordinate with QA for approvals when required. • Complete new vendor registration as per company procedures. • Prepare and release Purchase Orders (PO) in ERP based on approved CCS and DoA. • Share PO with vendors and obtain PO acknowledgement. • Follow up with vendors to ensure on-time material delivery as per MPS plan. • Update expected delivery schedules weekly for pending orders. • Coordinate with transport team for vehicle arrangements for material collection. Qualifications: • Education: B.E / B.Tech / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering • (In special cases, B.Com with relevant experience may be considered) • Experience: 8–15 years in procurement / purchasing • Technical Knowledge: MS Office (especially Advanced Excel) and ERP systems Key Skills: • Vendor sourcing and development • Negotiation and cost analysis • Purchase order management • Coordination with production, QA, stores, and logistics • Good communication and analytical skills • Knowledge of industrial valves such as Gate Valve, Globe Valve, and Check Valve used in manufacturing or process industries. • Understanding of valve trim components such as seat, disc/plug, stem, and seat rings. • Ability to read and understand technical drawings, specifications, and material grades for valves and components. • Experience in procurement of mechanical components and valve parts from approved vendors. • Knowledge of valve materials, pressure class, and industry standards will be an advantage.

Requirements

• Procurement
• Vendor sourcing
• Negotiation
• Cost analysis
• Purchase order management
• MS Office
• ERP systems

Qualifications

• B.E / B.Tech / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• B.Com with relevant experience (in special cases)

Preferred Technologies

• Procurement
• Vendor sourcing
• Negotiation
• Cost analysis
• Purchase order management
• MS Office
• ERP systems

Benefits

• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Leave encashment
• Paid sick time
• Provident Fund