Purchase Engineer

Hitachi, Ltd.; Vadodara; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Vadodara, Gujarat is seeking a Procurement Engineer to manage daily operational procurement for high‑voltage switchgear and related components. You will ensure material availability and timely deliveries aligned with production plans.

The role requires SAP MM/PP expertise, strong English communication, and the ability to coordinate across functions while driving cost-saving initiatives and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Diploma or BE in Mechanical/Electrical Eng. with 2–5 years in manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of SAP MM/PP module.
• Proficiency in MS Office; strong English language skills.
• Self-motivated with good interpersonal and leadership abilities.
• Analytical mindset with data collection and project analysis experience.
• Excellent communication, multitasking and time management.
• Collaborative across functions with ability to lead teams.
• Knowledge of GST, VAT, customs clearance and taxation.

Responsibilities

• Own daily operational procurement for high–voltage switchgear and related components.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders; monitor material availability.
• Handle import/local procurement and shipment tracking.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and quality team; resolve issues.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure contract compliance.
• Contribute to inventory management amid fluctuating demand.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical mindset

Multitasking

MS Office

Education

Diploma / BE in Mechanical or Electrical Eng.

Tools

SAP MM/PP

Job description

The Opportunity

The ideal candidate must enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced business environment. He or she must be flexible to accommodate business requirements and experience in working with diverse groups and cultures. The ability to multitask & delivers within timelines is essential.

How you’ll make an impact

• The successful candidate for this position has experience in the manufacturing industry of switchgear and should strong understanding of Operational Procurement Processes.
• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business
• As a Procurement Engineer, you will play a key role in daily Operational procurement process of high-voltage switchgear and related components to ensure on-time availability of the material prior to production schedules.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and ensure material availability meeting production plan and customer requirement. Monitoring and tracking orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Candidate must have experience of handling import and local procurement, shipment tracking.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to align procurement activities with business needs. Coordinate with quality team and evaluate the quality of purchased items and resolve short comings.
• Manage vendor relationships and monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual agreements and quality standards.
• Actively contribute to inventory management initiatives and Strong knowledge on inventory management in highly fluctuating demand and supply challenges.
• Knowledge of GST, VAT, custom clearance and other taxations is must.
• Good analytical skills with proven experience in cost saving activities are desirable
• Drive operational efficiency and enhance productivity across procurement process.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• Mechanical/Electrical with years' 2-5 years of experience in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Diploma / B.E. Mechanical Engineering with experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Working knowledge of SAP MM / PP Module
• Proficiency in use of MS Office and both spoken-written English language is required
• Self-motivated and self-organized. Open-mindedness and strong interpersonal skills.
• Analytical aptitude and thinking, strong data collection, and analytical skills for a complex project
• Excellent communication skill, multi-tasking and time management skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative manner with various functions across the organization.
• Excellent leadership and management skills
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required