Operational Buyer

Alfa Laval Mid Europe GmbH; Pune District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfa Laval Mid Europe GmbH in Pune seeks an Operational Buyer responsible for supplier forecasting, material management, and replenishment. You will ensure material supply aligns with internal and external customer needs. The role requires 5-7 years' experience, BE Mechanical or related, and knowledge of forgings, castings, machining, fabrication.

Proficiency in D365 and P.O. processes, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of relevant experience in procurement and sourcing.
• Understanding of drawings, tolerances and material grades.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, especially D365, and P.O. release processes.
• Ability to forecast demand and coordinate with suppliers for on-time delivery.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyse and release purchase order proposals.
• Share forecast and inputs to suppliers to ensure capacity and on-time supply.
• Monitor supplier performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost.
• Support inventory optimization and phase-in/phase-out in supply chain.

Skills

Communication skills

Supply chain understanding

ERP knowledge

Procurement process

Education

BE Mechanical

Tools

D365 ERP

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

About the Company:

In Alfa Laval, we are every single day contributing to a more sustainable future for our planet through engineering innovation. Our global team designs and implements the refining, recycling and purifying process that allow our customers to be better themselves. You will find our work in leading applications for water purification, clean energy, food production, waste processing, pharmaceutical development and much more. The people of Alfa Laval enjoy the freedom to pursue ideas and the resources to see those ideas to become reality, in an environment that welcomes drive, courage and diversity. The result is a company where we all can be very proud of what we do. Our core competencies are in the areas of heat transfer separation, and fluid handling. We are dedicated to optimizing the performance of our customers’ processes. our world-class technologies, our systems, equipment and services must create solutions that help our customers stay ahead. Please feel free to peruse our website www.alfalaval.com.

The position / About the Job:

In this job the Operational Buyer would be responsible for: Review, Analyse and Release P.O Proposals Share Forecast & timely inputs to supplier to ensure sufficient capacity at suppliers and on time supply of goods. Knowledge of manufacturing process – forgings, castings, machining, fabrication, pressings etc. Responsible right from release of P.O to stocking of material and payment to suppliers Good Communication skills and timely actions Work on inventory optimisation, continuously improve IDS of factory Work on Min-Max stocks at suppliers, review it periodically. Work on VMI solutions to improve lead time of goods In case of quality deviations, work on PRP process and ensure actions on root cause. Work on Cost improvement projects to lower purchase cost year over year Knowledge of ERP system D365 and experience of working in purchase process Knowledge of processes like MRP run, P.O release, P.O amendments, handling drawings, material standards Understanding of drawings, tolerances, material grades Float Enquiry of items, prepare Quotation Comparative & Evaluation Sheet, track sample orders till new supply chain is regularised Phase in & Phase Out in supply chain projects Monitor suppliers’ performance in terms of Safety, Quality, Delivery & Cost. Periodic discussion with suppliers for necessary improvements as per targets. Knowledge of Leas Six Sigma Tools Knowledge of Sustainable Sourcing, Compliances, CBAM. Monitor & Update Approved Suppliers Database with latest certificates, documents Active participation in daily meetings, updates on Plan Vs Targets and Sourcing KPI’s. Focus and track daily results related to the three defined purchasing milestones (quality, delivery, cost) Be active in problem solving and drive improvement activities. Always consider the possibility of eliminating waste Forecast & logic-based planning. Supplier audits & visits Importing goods for local assembly, knowledge of import goods process Knowledge of various taxes, freight terms, delivery terms Knowledge of Indirect Purchase Strictly follow Safety culture, Purchase process and Alfa Laval Business Principles.

Who you are?

As a Buyer based in Pune responsible for the supplier forecast and Material Management and consequently to the replenishment process, the supply of materials is continuously ensured according to the requirements of both internal and external customers.

What you can be?

5-7 years of relevant experience in the same field. BE Mechanical or production or equivalent. Knowledge of manufacturing process – forgings, castings, machining, fabrication, pressings etc. Understanding of drawings, tolerances, material grades Deep knowledge of the ERP system. Good Communication skills and timely actions Supply Chain Understanding. Supplier association Good knowledge of the business and processes of the company.

Why should you apply

We offer you an interesting and challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value for our customers. Exciting place to build a global network with different nationalities to mingle and to learn. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success, you will be learning new things every day. We always look for both experience and potential, so if you think you have what it takes to join us and are curious to find out more,

We care about diversity, inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioural traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games. Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping. As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too. Meet our dedicated people who always go the extra mile