Material Procurement Engineer

Convate Consultancy Services; Haveri District, Davanagere, Harihara; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Convate Consultancy Services in Harihar, Karnataka, seeks a Material Procurement Engineer for a Greenfield project. You will manage end-to-end procurement of mechanical equipment and materials, ensure timely delivery, cost control, and quality compliance, coordinating with engineering and logistics to keep material flow smooth. Strong vendor networks and ERP proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Experience in end-to-end procurement for mechanical equipment.
• Strong vendor network and cost optimization skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and select suppliers for pumps, motors, gearboxes, FRP components, valves and more.
• Float RFQs, evaluate offers, negotiate terms and ensure timely procurement.
• Coordinate with engineering for material specs and perform technical bid evaluations (TBE).
• Coordinate vendor audits and site visits; manage drawings and documents.
• Align procurement schedules with project timelines and prepare status dashboards.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Technical bidding

Negotiation

Project coordination

Vendor audits

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Material Procurement Engineer Greenfield Projects

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

Job Purpose:

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Material Procurement Engineer to join our team for a Greenfield project. The role involves managing end-to-end procurement activities of mechanical equipment and materials, ensuring timely delivery, cost-effectiveness, and quality compliance. The ideal candidate should have strong technical knowledge of mechanical systems and a good network with vendors and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Procurement & Sourcing:

• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for mechanical equipment such as pumps, motors, gearboxes, FRP components, valves, compressors, etc.
• Float RFQs (Request for Quotation), evaluate commercial and technical offers, and conduct negotiations.
• Ensure timely procurement in line with project timelines and budget constraints.
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure cost competitiveness and quality.

2. Technical Evaluation & Vendor Coordination:

• Coordinate with engineering and design teams for material specifications.
• Perform technical bid evaluations (TBE) in collaboration with project and design engineers.
• Conduct vendor audits, technical capability assessments, and site visits when necessary.
• Manage vendor drawing/document review process in coordination with engineering.

3. Project Planning & Coordination:

• Align procurement schedules with project execution timelines.
• Work closely with project management, construction, and logistics teams to ensure seamless delivery and material availability.
• Prepare and maintain procurement status reports and dashboards for stakeholder updates.

4. Commercial Negotiations & Compliance:

• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery conditions, warranties, and penalties.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and ethical standards.
• Manage contract execution and resolve commercial disputes with vendors, if any.

5. Inventory & Logistics Coordination:

• Liaise with stores and logistics for delivery follow-ups, inspection coordination, and material inwarding.
• Monitor inventory levels and raise alerts for critical or delayed components.

• Experience in procurement/material sourcing in industrial or infrastructure projects, preferably Greenfield or Brownfield setups.
• In-depth knowledge of mechanical components: pumps, motors, gearboxes, FRP tanks/piping, valves, etc.
• Familiarity with procurement systems (SAP, Oracle, or other ERP tools) and MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint).

Employment Type- Full-Time

Location-Harihar Karnataka