Purchase Engineer in Wiring and Harness

Celestix Industries India Pvt Ltd; Purchase (NY); Presencial; USD 80.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Celestix Industries is seeking a proactive Purchase Engineer to manage procurement for custom wiring harness components, ensuring reliable supplier sourcing, on-time material availability, and quality compliance.

The role links procurement strategy with production planning to drive cost efficiency and operational readiness. You will oversee supplier selection, contract negotiations, and logistics for domestic and international deliveries.

Formación

• B.E. or Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, or a related Engineering discipline.
• 3–6 years of experience in procurement within wiring harness or electronics manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of sourcing strategies, ERP systems, and quality management standards.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills.

Responsabilidades

• Procurement & Sourcing: identify suppliers for wires, connectors, terminals, and electrical components.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and payment terms to achieve cost-effective procurement.
• Develop and maintain long-term supplier relationships.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949:2016, and company standards.
• Collaborate with Production and Planning to forecast material requirements.
• Coordinate logistics for domestic and international deliveries.

Conocimientos

Procurement

Sourcing

Vendor management

Educación

B.E. or Diploma in Electrical/Electronics

Herramientas

ERP systems

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Job Overview

Celestix Industries is looking for a proactive and cost-conscious Purchase Engineer to manage procurement operations for custom wiring harness components, ensuring reliable supplier sourcing, on-time material availability, and quality compliance. This role connects procurement strategy with production planning to drive both cost efficiency and operational readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement & Sourcing
• Identify and evaluate suppliers for wires, connectors, terminals, and other electrical components.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and payment terms to achieve cost-effective procurement.
• Develop and maintain long-term supplier relationships.
• Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and industry regulations.
• Material Planning & Inventory Control
• Collaborate with production and planning teams to forecast material requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and establish effective reorder systems.
• Support Just-in-Time (JIT) inventory practices while minimizing carrying costs.
• Cost Optimization & Budget Management
• Perform cost analysis and identify alternative sourcing opportunities.
• Drive supplier development and cost reduction initiatives.
• Track procurement budgets and report cost-saving achievements.
• Quality Assurance & Vendor Coordination
• Ensure all purchased materials meet Celestix quality standards and applicable certifications.
• Coordinate with the Quality team to inspect incoming materials and resolve non-conformance issues.
• Manage supplier quality concerns through structured corrective actions.
• Logistics & Delivery Monitoring
• Coordinate logistics for domestic and international material deliveries.
• Monitor supplier lead times and shipment status to prevent production delays.
• Documentation & Compliance
• Maintain accurate purchase orders, contracts, supplier records, and procurement documentation.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949:2016, and company standards.
• Stay informed about market trends and new technologies related to wiring harness components.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Finance teams.
• Provide technical support to suppliers to ensure compliance with engineering specifications.
• Supplier Development & Continuous Improvement
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers based on quality and capacity benchmarks.
• Conduct supplier performance evaluations and implement development programs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across sourcing and supply chain operations.

Qualifications

• B.E. or Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, or a related Engineering discipline.
• 3–6 years of experience in procurement within wiring harness or electronics manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of sourcing strategies, ERP systems, and quality management standards.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills.

Why Join Celestix Industries?

Join Celestix Industries to streamline material flow, improve cost efficiency, and contribute to world-class wiring harness manufacturing through strategic procurement and supplier excellence.