Purchase specialist
Valmont Industries, Inc. · Pune, India
FULL TIMEpermanent
Job Description
Role & responsibilities:
Identify, evaluate, and onboard new and alternate suppliers to meet defined technical and commercial requirements.
Develop and maintain a strong supplier base for bought-out, fabrication, hardware, and consumable components.
Prepare and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs) to multiple suppliers.
Collect, compare, and analyse supplier quotations.
Evaluate supplier offers based on technical compliance, pricing competitiveness, lead time, and overall commercial suitability.
Ensure timely conversion of Purchase Requisitions (PR) into Purchase Orders (PO).
Release Purchase Orders to suppliers with complete accuracy and clarity.
Conduct regular follow-ups with suppliers to track order status and ensure adherence to committed delivery schedules
Expedite critical materials to avoid production delays and ensure continuity of operations
Ensure 100% material availability in line with the monthly shortage plan.
Collaborate daily with cross-functional teams including Engineering, PPC, and Stores.
Coordinate and manage job work activities such as painting, drilling, machining, and pre-dispatch processes.
Education: Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field. Certification in Procurement (eg. CSCP, CPSM)
Experience: 3-6 years of experience in sourcing or vendor management in a manufacturing setup. Experience in steel structures or infrastructure products.
Knowledge: Strong knowledge of industrial components and structural fabrication practices. Familiarity with engineering drawings, BOMs, and ERP systems. Strong knowledge of industrial components and structural fabrication practices.
Functional Skills: Excellent coordination, communication and stakeholder management skills.
IT Skills: MS Office, QAD ERP
Abilities:
Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
Ability to develop sourcing strategies that align with business goals and anticipate future procurement challenges.
Proven ability to negotiate favourable terms and pricing while balancing quality and delivery requirements
Ability to analyze procurement data, track vendor performance, and optimize sourcing decisions using metrics.
Identify, evaluate, and onboard new and alternate suppliers to meet defined technical and commercial requirements.
Develop and maintain a strong supplier base for bought-out, fabrication, hardware, and consumable components.
Prepare and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs) to multiple suppliers.
Collect, compare, and analyse supplier quotations.
Evaluate supplier offers based on technical compliance, pricing competitiveness, lead time, and overall commercial suitability.
Ensure timely conversion of Purchase Requisitions (PR) into Purchase Orders (PO).
Release Purchase Orders to suppliers with complete accuracy and clarity.
Conduct regular follow-ups with suppliers to track order status and ensure adherence to committed delivery schedules
Expedite critical materials to avoid production delays and ensure continuity of operations
Ensure 100% material availability in line with the monthly shortage plan.
Collaborate daily with cross-functional teams including Engineering, PPC, and Stores.
Coordinate and manage job work activities such as painting, drilling, machining, and pre-dispatch processes.
Education: Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field. Certification in Procurement (eg. CSCP, CPSM)
Experience: 3-6 years of experience in sourcing or vendor management in a manufacturing setup. Experience in steel structures or infrastructure products.
Knowledge: Strong knowledge of industrial components and structural fabrication practices. Familiarity with engineering drawings, BOMs, and ERP systems. Strong knowledge of industrial components and structural fabrication practices.
Functional Skills: Excellent coordination, communication and stakeholder management skills.
IT Skills: MS Office, QAD ERP
Abilities:
Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
Ability to develop sourcing strategies that align with business goals and anticipate future procurement challenges.
Proven ability to negotiate favourable terms and pricing while balancing quality and delivery requirements
Ability to analyze procurement data, track vendor performance, and optimize sourcing decisions using metrics.
Details
| Company | Valmont Industries, Inc. |
| Location | Pune, India |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | general |
| Experience | permanent |