Purchase Manager

Electrohms; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 400,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrohms in Bengaluru is seeking a procurement professional with 3–5 years of experience in electronics components. You will manage vendor evaluation, cost analyses, negotiations, compliance, and end-to-end procurement activities from requisition through delivery.

The role requires strong data analysis, MS Excel proficiency, and the ability to coordinate with engineering teams on technical specifications while maintaining supplier relationships and ensuring quality standards.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have 3–5 years of experience in procurement of electronic components.
• Experience with vendor management and contract negotiation.
• Knowledge of electronics industry regulations.
• Strong data analysis and cost optimization capabilities.
• Familiarity with ISO, ATEX audits and audit documentation.
• Ability to manage the end-to-end purchase process.

Responsibilities

• Vendor Evaluation and quarterly rating.
• Cost Analysis to identify optimal procurement options within budget and quality constraints.
• Negotiation with suppliers for advantageous terms and conditions.
• Compliance Monitoring with internal policies and external regulations.
• Quality Assurance with the QC team to meet material quality metrics.
• Order Management from requisition to delivery, including PO preparation.
• Supplier Relationship Management for long-term partnerships and cost savings.
• Technical Liaison between engineering and suppliers to clarify specifications.
• Contract Management and new supplier development.
• Procurement for electronics components locally and overseas.
• Audits: internal and external ISO, ATEX documentation.
• Follow-up on pending orders, expedite delivery, replacements and debit notes.

Skills

Vendor Evaluation

Cost Analysis

Negotiation

Compliance Monitoring

Quality Assurance

Order Management

Supplier Relationship Management

Technical Liaison

Contract Management

Procurement for electronics components

Audits

Follow-up

Education

B.E./Diploma (E&C) or Any Graduation

Tools

ERP

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

Qualification

B.E/Diploma (E&C) or Any Graduation.

Preferred Industry

Electronics Industry with sourcing knowledge of electronics components.

Job Description

• Vendor Evaluation: Conduct assessments to identify and qualify vendors based on quality, cost, and reliability. Responsible for vendor rating quarterly.


• Cost Analysis: Perform detailed cost analyses to identify optimal procurement options aligned with budget constraints and quality standards. To ensure good quality material in time at competitive prices from reputed vendors.


• Negotiation: Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure advantageous contract terms and conditions. Generating enquiries, taking quotations & follow-ups, making comparisons & negotiation.


• Compliance Monitoring: Keep procurement activities compliant with internal policies and external regulations.


• Quality Assurance: Collaborate with the quality control team to ensure the purchased materials meet all necessary quality metrics.


• Order Management: Oversee the entire ordering process, from initial requisition to final delivery, ensuring timeliness and accuracy. Preparation of Purchase order. Samples to be arranged as required by the R&D & production department.


• Supplier Relationship Management: Maintain and nurture relationships with suppliers for long-term partnership and potential cost savings. Discuss with vendors about material rejection & replacement.


• Technical Liaison: Serve as the point of contact between engineering departments and suppliers to clarify technical specifications or resolve issues.


• Contract Management: New supplier development. Administer supplier contracts and agreements, ensuring they meet both short-term needs and long-term strategic goals. Find alternate items and maintain good quality.


• Procurement for electronics components: Identifying electronics components vendors/suppliers locally and overseas.


• Audits: Take responsibility for internal and external audit ISO, ATEX, and audit documentation.


• Follow-up: Pending order follow-up where delivery dates need to be expedited and any rejection needs to be arranged for replacement and debit note issue.

Preferred candidate profile

Electronics components knowledge, details identification, and procurement with best quality and competitive price are mandatory.

Hands-on experience in procurement or a related area like supply chain management is often necessary. Familiarity with manufacturing materials and electronics components and knowledge of electronics industry regulations is crucial for success in this role.

Experience

• A minimum of 3-5 years in procurement of electronic components is a must.


• Prior experience with vendor management


• Demonstrated ability in contract negotiation


• Previous involvement in cost-reduction initiatives

Hard Skills

• Proficiency in procurement software (e.g., ERP, SAP)


• Strong data analysis skills.


• Expertise in MS Office, especially Excel, for financial modeling.


• Understanding of technical blueprints and schematics.


• Knowledge of quality control standards.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication skills.


• Strong negotiation capabilities.


• Great attention to detail.


• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.


• Teamwork and collaboration skills