Job openings for Purchase Engineer in Ahmedabad

Job Purpose:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Purchase Engineer to support procurement activities to manufacture industrial boilers, thermal systems, air blowers, and vacuum equipment. The role involves sourcing, negotiating, and managing vendors for mechanical, electrical, casting and fabricated components used in the manufacturing and servicing of heat and vacuum systems. You will work closely with Engineering, Production, and Stores teams to ensure timely material availability and cost-effective procurement.
Responsibilities:
1. Vendor Development & Management:
Source and qualify suppliers for heat exchangers, burners, blowers, and related components like Steel, castings, valves, motors, flanges, gaskets, insulation, etc.
Maintain and regularly update the Approved Vendor List (AVL).
Build strong supplier relationships to improve pricing, lead times, and reliability.
2. Purchase Execution:
Review material requisitions and technical specifications from the Engineering/Production departments.
Request and evaluate vendor quotations; compare technical compliance and commercial terms.
Raise purchase orders (POs) in ERP and follow through on order acknowledgment, production, and delivery timelines.
Ensure timely delivery of materials to support uninterrupted manufacturing schedules.
3. Cost Optimization:
Negotiate price reductions and annual rate contracts for frequently used components.
Track market trends and steel/fabrication rates relevant to heat system equipment.
Propose cost-saving alternatives through vendor consolidation or alternate sourcing.
4. Quality & Compliance:
Liaise with the Quality Control team for vendor evaluation, inspections, and resolution of non-conformances.
Ensure compliance with ISO, IBR (Indian Boiler Regulation), ASME, or other relevant industry standards.
Maintain all procurement documentation as per audit requirements.
Requisite Skills:
Basic understanding of fabrication drawings, piping specs, and mechanical BOMs
1-3 years of experience in purchase of various raw materials like Plates, Angles,
Channels, Castings and various brought out materials like Motors, Gearbox. Also, shall have experience of job work / sub contracting for machining, and other activities.
Desired Skills:
Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word) and ERP
Excellent communication in English and Hindi/Local language
Strong negotiation, documentation, and follow-up skills
Vendor development experience
Education:
Diploma / BE / B. Tech in Mechanical / Production Engineering
Relevant Experience: 2-6 years of experience in sales or application engineering for vacuum pumps, blowers, or related pneumatic systems.
Proven track record in technical sales and customer acquisition.
Will travel? Yes
Work time 09:00 am to 06:00 pm
Preferred Domain: Specific form Industrial Manufacturing