Purchase Engineer

Furnteck Engineers; Chakan; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Furnteck Engineers in Maharashtra, India is seeking a dynamic Purchase Engineer with extensive experience in sourcing mechanical and electrical items. You will manage sourcing, negotiations, and timely procurement while ensuring quality and cost efficiency.

You will identify suppliers (domestic and international), evaluate them, issue enquiries, analyze quotations, and drive cost savings. The role requires strong ERP knowledge and close coordination with engineering, stores, and accounts to

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical

Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate, and procure materials for mechanical and electrical items.
• Identify and evaluate suppliers (domestic & international).
• Prepare and follow up on purchase orders.
• Ensure on-time delivery and project alignment.
• Coordinate with Stores for GRN/MRN and inward process.
• Coordinate with Accounts for invoice verification and payment.
• Maintain ISO-compliant documentation and supplier audits.

Skills

Strong negotiation

Communication skills

ERP systems

Understanding of technical drawings

PO terms & conditions

Cost optimization

Vendor development

Documentation and reporting

Vendor management

Multivendor management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Job Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic and result-oriented Purchase Engineer with 34 years of experience in procurement of mechanical and electrical items. The candidate will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and ensuring timely procurement of materials while maintaining quality, cost efficiency, and compliance with company standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle procurement of items such as:
  • Electrical Motors, Gearboxes, Ball Bearings
  • MS, SS Materials
  • Thermocouples, Air Blowers
  • Sprockets, Gears
  • Electrical Items, Control Panels, PLC, HMI
  • Burners, Paint, Transport services
• Identify and develop new suppliers/vendors (domestic & international)
• Supplier evaluation and categorization (A/B/C/D category)
• Floating enquiries, collecting quotations, and comparative analysis
• Strong negotiation to achieve cost savings and commercial benefits
• Purchase Order (PO) preparation, release, and follow-up
• Ensure timely material delivery as per project requirements
• Coordination with Stores for GRN/MRN and inward process
• Coordination with Accounts for invoice verification and payment follow-up
• Maintain proper documentation as per ISO standards
• Knowledge of debit note / credit note handling
• Vendor follow-up and relationship management
• Conduct supplier visits and audits when required
• Work closely with project and engineering teams for technical clarification
• Monitoring open POs and ensuring closure within timeline
• Manage procurement within project budget constraints

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Good knowledge of ERP systems
• Understanding of technical drawings
• Knowledge of PO terms & conditions and penalty clauses
• Cost optimization and value engineering mindset
• Strong vendor development and sourcing skills (global exposure preferred)
• Good documentation and reporting skills
• Ability to handle multiple vendors and deadlines .

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical
• Experience in industrial procurement preferred

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Cost savings achieved
• On-time material delivery
• Vendor performance and development
• Compliance with ISO and internal processes
• Reduction in procurement cycle ti