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Open nowPosted 47 days ago

Senior Purchasing Engineer

Workable (global search)108,016 open roles

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Chennai, TN, India
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About Us:

Join a globally respected 80+ year manufacturing company where quality is at the core of everything we build. This long-standing business unit is a leading manufacturer of process equipment which is sold into many domestic and international markets including mining, recycling, cement, food processing, and other material handling and manufacturing industries.

Job Purpose:

Step into a high-impact role where you’ll drive strategic procurement decisions that directly influence operational efficiency, cost optimization, and business continuity. As a Senior Engineer – Purchase, you won’t just execute buying—you’ll shape supplier strategy, strengthen vendor ecosystems, and enable seamless production through smart sourcing and negotiation

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Procurement & Sourcing

  • Take complete ownership of procurement—from RFQs to final delivery.
  • Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms to drive real cost savings.
  • Plan purchases in line with production and project needs—no firefighting, only smart planning.
  • Contribute directly to budgeting and long- strategies term sourcing.

Build & Strengthen Supplier Network

  • Develop a strong, reliable vendor base—not just transactional buying.
  • Evaluate, onboard, and improve supplier performance (cost, quality, delivery).
  • Create alternate sourcing options to reduce risks and avoid dependency.
  • Drive long-term supplier partnerships, not short-term deals.

Work Closely with Core Business Teams

  • Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Finance daily.
  • Ensure smooth material flow and zero disruption to operations.
  • Solve supply challenges proactively, not reactively.
  • Use ERP systems (SAGE / JD Edwards) to manage and streamline procurement.

Drive Performance & Continuous Improvement

  • Work in a structured, ISO-driven environment with clear processes.
  • Expedite suppliers are required to drive on-time delivery of materials and services
  • Track key metrics like on-time delivery, cost savings, and inventory efficiency.
  • Lead improvement initiatives that directly impact business performance.
  • Bring discipline and efficiency through best practices like 5S, and Lean.

What We’re Looking For

  • 7–10 years of hands-on procurement experience in manufacturing heavy fabrication Industry or engineering industries.
  • Strong expertise in sourcing strategy, vendor development, and contract/commercial management.
  • Skilled in supplier audits, performance management, and cost optimization.
  • ERP proficiency (SAGE / JD Edwards preferred).
  • Strong negotiation, analytical thinking, and stakeholder management skills

Benefits

Why Join Us:

  • Be part of a global MNC with a strong legacy and growth opportunities.
  • Work in a dynamic, ISO-certified environment with cross-functional collaboration.
  • A platform to grow into leadership roles in procurement and supply chain
  • Working days- Monday-Friday
  • Health Insurance for self and family.
  • Profit Sharing programme.
  • Multiple Employee centric and well-being support programmes.
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