Purchase Engineer

Star Automation Solution; Sanand; On-site; INR 650,000 - 950,000; Full time

Job summary

Star Automation Solution in India (Gujarat, Sanand) seeks a Purchase Engineer Mechanical & Project Coordination to manage technical mechanical purchasing and coordinate with Design, Production, Electrical and Project teams.

The role involves BOM/drawings review, supplier quotation comparisons, and material planning to ensure timely availability and project success.

Qualifications

• Diploma/BE/BTech in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in mechanical purchase and project coordination.
• Strong knowledge of BOMs, drawings, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Technical Mechanical Purchase: study BOMs, drawings, specs and project requirements; identify suppliers and obtain quotations.
• Coordinate with Design, Production, and Project teams to ensure latest drawings/BOM revisions are used.
• Prepare supplier quotations comparisons and negotiate terms (price, delivery, quality).
• Issue Purchase Orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
• Act as Project Coordinator between Design, Purchase, Production, Electrical, Project/Service teams.

Skills

Mechanical purchasing

Vendor management

Project coordination

Negotiation

MS Excel

Multi-project management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Diploma/BE/BTech in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Purchase Engineer Mechanical & Project Coordination

Job Summary

We are looking for a Purchase Engineer Mechanical & Project Coordination who can independently handle technical mechanical purchasing and coordinate with the Design, Production, Electrical, and Project teams.

The candidate should have good knowledge of mechanical components, manufacturing processes, drawings, BOMs, vendor development, quotation comparison, negotiation, and material planning.

The role is not limited to purchasing. The person will also act as a Project Coordinator to ensure that required materials are purchased and available as per project requirements and timelines.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

1. Technical Mechanical Purchase

• Study mechanical BOMs, drawings, specifications, and project requirements received from the Design Department.
• Understand mechanical components such as:
  
  • Bearings
  • Linear guides
  • Ball screws
  • Gearboxes
  • Motors
  • Pneumatic cylinders
  • Valves and fittings
  • Sensors and mechanical accessories
  • Fabricated components
  • Machined components
  • Fasteners
  • Aluminium profiles
  • Conveyors and transmission components
  • Standard machine components
• Identify suitable suppliers and obtain competitive quotations.
• Prepare comparative statements based on price, quality, delivery time, and technical specifications.
• Negotiate with vendors for price, payment terms, quality, and delivery.
• Issue Purchase Orders as per approved requirements.
• Follow up with suppliers regularly to ensure timely delivery.

2. Coordination with Design Department

• Coordinate with Mechanical Design Engineers regarding:
  
  • BOM clarification
  • Drawing revisions
  • Material specifications
  • Component selection
  • Alternative components
  • Urgent requirements
• Ensure that purchasing is done according to the latest approved drawing/BOM revision.
• Inform Design about component availability, lead time, and alternative options.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising machine quality.

3. Coordination with Production Department

• Understand the production and assembly schedule.
• Prepare material requirement priorities according to ongoing projects.
• Ensure critical components are available before the assembly stage.
• Coordinate with Production regarding shortages, urgent requirements, and delayed materials.
• Resolve material-related issues quickly to avoid production delays.

4. Project Coordination

• Act as a coordination point between Design Purchase Production Electrical Project/Service.
• Prepare and maintain project-wise purchase status.

5. Vendor Management

• Develop new vendors for machining, fabrication, laser cutting, bending, sheet metal, aluminium profiles, and standard components.
• Maintain a reliable vendor network.
• Evaluate vendors based on:
• Quality
• Price
• Delivery
• Response time
• Technical capability
• Develop alternative vendors for critical components.
• Maintain vendor performance records.

6. Cost Control

• Compare multiple suppliers before purchasing wherever practical.
• Negotiate better commercial terms.
• Identify alternative brands/components to reduce project cost.
• Monitor purchase prices and maintain cost records.
• Support management in achieving project cost targets.

7. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain:
• Purchase Requisition
• RFQ records
• Quotation comparison
• Purchase Orders
• Vendor details
• Delivery schedules
• Material pending reports
• Project-wise purchase status
• Prepare daily/weekly purchase and project coordination reports.
• Maintain proper documentation for all purchased items.

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as:
  
  • CNC machining
  • Laser cutting
  • Bending
  • Fabrication
  • Welding
  • Turning
  • Milling
  • Aluminium profile assembly
• Good negotiation and vendor management skills
• Strong follow-up ability
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Ability to prioritize urgent project requirements
• Good knowledge of MS Excel
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong ownership and problem-solving mindset

Qualification

Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

Experience

26 years of experience in:

• Mechanical Purchase
• Machine Manufacturing
• SPM Manufacturing
• Industrial Automation
• Engineering / Manufacturing Industry

Experience in an SPM or automation machine manufacturing company will be an advantage.

Job Growth Opportunity

The selected candidate will have an opportunity to grow into a:

Purchase Engineer Senior Purchase Engineer Purchase & Project Coordinator Purchase/Project Manager

based on performance, ownership, and ability to handle projects independently.