Buyer Purchasing - John Crane - Pune

Smiths Group plc; Pune District; Sur place; INR 600 000 - 800 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Smiths Group plc in Pune District is looking for a procurement specialist to manage Purchase Orders from Requisition to Delivery. The role requires over 2 years of experience and knowledge of MRP driven procurement, preferably with SAP.

The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, effective communication, and the ability to enhance purchasing processes. Smiths Group promotes diversity and equality in its hiring practices.

Qualifications

• Experience working within a purchasing department.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings.
• Process-driven approach and 'systems thinking'.

Responsabilités

• Manage acknowledgments of Purchase Orders from Requisition to Delivery.
• Ensure complete and updated PO acknowledgements in ERP.
• Resolve MRP Exception messages daily.

Connaissances

MRP driven procurement understanding

Analytical skills

Communication and relationship management

Problem-solving abilities

Formation

2+ years of experience in a purchasing department

Outils

SAP P2P

Microsoft programs

Power BI

Excel (lookups, pivot tables)

Description du poste

Job Description

Key Activities

• Create, modify, update, and manage the acknowledgment of Purchase Orders (POs) from Requisition to Delivery for Direct materials and relevant subcontract services
• Ensure PO acknowledgements from suppliers are complete and relevant data always updated in ERP system
• Manage the return of defective items to suppliers and implement any associated PO management activities (e.g., management of Return POs)
• Approve and release POs according with designated approval levels in the DoA
• Resolve MRP Exception messages on a daily basis
• Ensure PO creation and management is aligned to any global contract that is in place
• Resolve invoice holds
• Drive purchase transaction automation through the ERP
• Conduct basic RFQ’s as required to identify supplier and price for requirements
• Build collaborative relationships with internal customers, suppliers and global team members
• Work with the supply market and internal customers to optimize lead times and inventory for JC in line with agreed targets
• Liaise with internal and external suppliers to expedite delivery where required to meet business needs
• Act as the point of contact/liaison between suppliers and internal stakeholders where required
• Track and manage supplier delivery performance to meet JC targets and requirements
• Ensure new pricing and supplier data is updated in ERP system consistently, accurately, and regularly.
• Act as a recognized system expert for SAP P2P

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience working within a purchasing department
• Understanding of MRP driven procurement (SAP ideally)
• Able to read and understand technical drawings
• Analytical skills - Good knowledge of Microsoft programs, Power BI data extraction and analysis including Excel look ups and pivot tables
• Process-driven approach and "systems thinking"
• Ability to solve problems and make improvements to process with support and in a structured way (e.g. A3), able to use data to inform decisions
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills
• Ability to project a positive and professional image on behalf of the organization, always promoting ethical procurement
• SAP knowledge but not essential

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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